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Remove the mono amplifier (speaker)

Follow instructions in this section to remove the mono amplifier (speaker).

About this task

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 safely.
  • Power off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables. See Power off the server.
  • Remove any locking device that secures the server, such as a Kensington lock or a padlock.
  • Place the server on its side with the cover up.

Procedure

  1. Remove the server cover. See Remove the server cover.
    Attention
    The heat sink and processor could be very hot. To avoid burning yourself, wait for a few minutes after turning off the server before you remove the server cover.
  2. Disconnect the mono amplifier cable from the system board.
    Attention
    To avoid damaging the system board, make sure to follow the instructions in Internal cable routing when disconnecting cables from the system board.
  3. Remove the mono amplifier.
    1. Remove the screw that secures the mono amplifier to the chassis.
    2. Slide out the mono amplifier from the bracket, and remove it from the chassis.
      Figure 1. Removing the mono amplifier
      Removing the mono amplifier
After you finish
  1. Install a replacement unit. See Install the mono amplifier (speaker).

  2. 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.