Figure 131. Removing the cable chain assembly from the system
Next step
Replace the cable chain assembly.
Installing the cable chain assembly
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions.
2 Power o the system and all attached peripherals.
3 Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet, and disconnect the peripherals.
4 Ensure that all internal cables are routed correctly and connected, and no tools or extra parts are left inside the system.
5 Open the drive bays, remove all drives, and then close the drive bays.
6 Remove the power supply units.
7 If installed, remove front bezel.
8 Remove the system from the rack and place it on an ESD work bench. For more information, see the Rail Installation Guide available at
www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals.
9 Remove the system cover.
10 Remove the following:
a Drive bay 1 backplane bracket.
b Drive bay 2 backplane bracket.
c Air shroud.
d Intrusion switch.
e If installed, rear drive cage.
f Internal PERC riser.
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