a.  Open  the  retaining  clips  on  each  end  of  the  VRM  connector. 
b.  Turn  the  VRM  so  that  the  keys  align  with  the  connector. 
c.  Insert  the  VRM  into  the  connector  by  aligning  the  edges  of  the  VRM  with 
the  slots  at  the  end  of  the  VRM  connector.  Firmly  press  the  VRM  straight 
down  into  the  connector  by  applying  pressure  on  both  ends  of  the  VRM 
simultaneously.  The  retaining  clips  snap  into  the  locked  position  when  the 
VRM  is  seated  in  the  connector.
13.
  Reinstall  the  microprocessor  air  duct. 
14.  Reinstall  the  left-side  cover. 
15.  Reconnect  external  cables  and  power  cords.
If
  you  have  other  optional  devices  to  install  or  remove,  do  so  now.  Otherwise,  go  to 
“Completing  the  installation”  on  page  46. 
Installing  redundant  power  and  cooling 
You  can  install  a  second  835-watt  hot-swap  power-supply.  This  upgrade  option 
includes  a  hot-swap  power  supply,  two  hot-swap  fans,  a  fan  structure  with  an  air 
duct  and  a  single  hot-swap  fan.  You  must  also  purchase  a  second  power  cord  to 
connect  the  power-supply  to  the  power  source. 
To  install  the  redundant  power  and  cooling  option,  complete  the  following  steps: 
 
1.  Read  the  safety  information  that  begins  on  page  v  and  “Installation  guidelines” 
on  page  21. 
 
2.  Turn  off  the  server  and  peripheral  devices,  and  disconnect  the  power  cords 
and  all  external  cables.  Remove  the  left-side  cover. 
 
3.  Remove  all  adapters. 
Hot-swap fan
Fan air baffle
 
 
 
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