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Removing a compute book

This topic provides instructions on how to remove the compute book.

To remove the compute book, complete the following steps:

  1. Before you begin, read Safety and Installation guidelines .
  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. Pull the top fan handle down and slide the blue release latch above the fan to the right to release the compute book cam handle.
  4. Rotate the cam handle all the way down and slide the module out of the server. Place one hand under the center of the compute book to support it while sliding it out of the server.

    Illustration of removing the compute book
  5. Remove the compute book covers. Press down on both blue touch points and slide the cover toward the rear of the compute book.
  6. Remove the microprocessor and heat sink (see Removing a microprocessor and heat sink).
  7. Remove the DIMMs (see Removing a memory module).
  8. Remove the fans (see Removing a hot-swap fan assembly).

If you are instructed to return the compute book follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.