Removing the top cover
This topic provides instructions for how to remove the top cover.
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Attention: Operating the server for more than 2 minutes with the top cover
removed might damage server components. For proper cooling and airflow, replace
the top cover before you turn on the server.
To remove the top cover, complete the following steps.
Top cover
Cover release
latch
Procedure
1. Read the safety information that begins with “Safety” on page v and
“Installation guidelines” on page 97.
2. If you are installing or replacing a non-hot-swap component, turn off the server
and all peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords and all external
cables.
3. Slide the server out of the rack until the slide rails lock into place.
4. Press the button and rotate the cover-release latch. The cover slides to the rear
approximately 13 mm (0.5 inch). Lift the cover off the server.
5. If you are instructed to return the cover, follow all packaging instructions, and
use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
106 IBM System x3850 X5 and x3950 X5 Types 7145, 7146, 7143, and 7191: Problem Determination and Service Guide
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