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Replacing the upper power supply card in the power-supply paddle card assembly

Use this information to replace the upper power supply card in the power-supply paddle card assembly.

To install the upper power supply card, complete the following steps:

  1. Touch the static-protective package that contains the upper power supply card to any unpainted metal surface on the outside of the chassis; then, remove the upper power supply card from the package.
  2. Turn off the server (see Turning off the server) and all attached peripheral devices. Disconnect all power cords; then, disconnect all external cables as necessary to replace the device.
  3. Align the upper power supply card with the two pointed tips and two screw holes on the holder; then install the screws.


  4. Reconnect the cables between the upper power supply card and lower power-supply paddle card.
  5. Align the screw holes on the safety cover (240VA cover) with the screw holes on the chassis; then install the screws.
  6. Install the screws to secure the safety cover.

  7. Install the server top cover (see Replacing the server top cover).
  8. Install the power supplies.
  9. Reconnect the external cables; then, reconnect the power cords and turn on the peripheral devices and the server.