Preparation proceduresPreparation procedures
PrerequisitesPrerequisites
Before powering down the server for an upgrade, maintenance, or service procedure, perform a backup of critical server data .
About this taskAbout this task
To access components and perform certain upgrade, maintenance, or service procedure, you must perform one or more of the procedures
described in this section.
SubtopicsSubtopics
Server data backupServer data backup
Remove the front bezelRemove the front bezel
Power down the serverPower down the server
Open the cable management armOpen the cable management arm
Extend the server out of the rackExtend the server out of the rack
Remove the server from the rackRemove the server from the rack
Remove the access panelRemove the access panel
Remove the middle coverRemove the middle cover
Remove the air baffleRemove the air baffle
Remove the riser cageRemove the riser cage
Remove the secondary riser cage blankRemove the secondary riser cage blank
Remove the NS204i-u + secondary low-profile riser cageRemove the NS204i-u + secondary low-profile riser cage
Remove the fanRemove the fan
Remove the fan wallRemove the fan wall
Power up the serverPower up the server
Server data backupServer data backup
To avoid data loss, make sure to back up all server data before installing or removing a hardware option, performing a server maintenance,
or a troubleshooting procedure.
Server data in this context refers to information that may be required to return the system to a normal operating environment after
completing a hardware maintenance or troubleshooting procedure. This information may include:
User data files
User account names and passwords
Application settings and passwords
Component drivers and firmware
TPM recovery key/password
BIOS configuration settings—Use the backup and restore function in UEFI System Utilities. For more information, see the UEFI user
guide (https://www.hpe.com/info/UEFI-manualshttps://www.hpe.com/info/UEFI-manuals).
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