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Disassemble the front cover for recycle

Follow the instructions in this section to disassemble the front cover before recycling.

Before disassembling the front cover:

  1. Remove the front cover from the server (see Remove the front cover).

  2. Refer to local environmental, waste or disposal regulations to ensure compliance.

Complete the following steps to disassemble the front cover:

  1. Use a flat tool (such as a screwdriver or blade) to scrape away the protruding part of the following stakes as illustrated:
    • Three hollow stakes

    • Thirty-one spherical stakes

    Figure 1. Removing stakes on the front cover

    Removing stakes on the front cover
  2. Separate the sheet metal shield from the front cover.
    Figure 2. Separating sheet metal shield on the front cover

    Separating sheet metal shield on the front cover
  3. Use a screwdriver and remove the four screws; then, remove the four latch springs.
    Figure 3. Removing latch springs on the front cover

    Removing latch springs on the front cover

After disassembling the front cover, comply with local regulations when recycling.