The access panel slides to a closed position.
3. Tighten the security screw on the latch.
Removing the air baffle
The air baffle must be installed in one- and two-processor configurations.
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:
Procedure
1. Powering down the server on page 53.
2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3. Do one of the following:
• Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 53).
• Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 54).
4. Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 55).
CAUTION: Do not operate the server for long periods with the access panel open or removed.
Operating the server in this manner results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can lead to
thermal damage.
5. Remove the air baffle.
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