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Remove the front I/O module

Follow instructions in this section to remove the front I/O module.

About this task

To avoid potential danger, read and follow the following safety statements.
  • S002
    disconnect all power
    CAUTION
    The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.
Attention

  • Read Installation Guidelines and Safety inspection checklist to ensure that you work safety.

  • Power off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables. See Power off the server.

  • If the server is in a rack, remove it from the rack.

  • Remove any locking device that secures the server cover, such as a Kensington lock or a padlock.

Procedure

  1. Make preparations for this task.
    1. Remove the server cover. See Remove the server cover.
    2. Remove the front door. See Remove the front door.
    3. Remove the front bezel. See Remove the front bezel.
  2. Locate the front I/O module and disconnect the cables from the system board. See System-board connectors for more information.
  3. Remove the front I/O module.
    1. Press the release tab in the direction as shown in the illustration.
    2. Pivot the front I/O module outwards. Pull the cables out to completely remove the front I/O module from the chassis.
    Figure 1. Removing the front I/O module
    Removing the front I/O module
  4. Disconnect cables from the front I/O module.

After you finish

If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.

Demo video

Watch the procedure on Youtube