7. Remove the PCI riser cage (“Removing and replacing the PCI riser cage” (page 104)).
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the server or expansion boards, power off the server and
remove all DC power cords before removing or installing the PCI riser cage.
8. Remove all DIMMs risers (“Removing and replacing DIMMs” (page 112)).
9. Remove all processor heat sink modules (“Removing and replacing a processor and heat sink
module” (page 110)).
IMPORTANT: Place processor pin covers over the sockets to protect the pins.
10. Disconnect all cables connected to the system board.
11. Remove the hot-swap fans from the fan cage (“Removing and replacing a hot-swap fan” (page
101)).
12. Remove the fan cage.
13. Remove the SAS cache module (“Removing and replacing the cache module” (page 106).
14. Remove the super capacitor pack, if present (“Removing and replacing the super capacitor
pack” (page 107)).
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