Operations 25
Remove the access panel
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the
internal system components to cool before touching them.
CAUTION: For proper cooling do not operate the server without the access panel, baffles,
expansion slot covers, or blanks installed. If the server supports hot-plug components, minimize
the amount of time the access panel is open.
To remove the component:
1. Power down the server if performing a non-hot-plug installation or maintenance procedure ("Power
down the server" on page 23).
2. Extend the server from the rack (on page 23).
3. Use the T-15 Torx screwdriver attached to the rear of the server to loosen the security screw on the hood
latch.
4. Lift up on the hood latch handle, and then remove the access panel.
Install the access panel
1. Place the access panel on top of the server with the hood latch open. Allow the panel to extend past the
rear of the server approximately 1.25 cm (0.5 in).
2. Push down on the hood latch. The access panel slides to a closed position.
3. Use the T-15 Torx screwdriver attached to the rear of the server to tighten the security screw on the hood
latch.