Step 1. Make preparations for this task.
a. If applicable, unlock or remove any locking device that secures the top cover, such as a
Kensington lock; then, remove the top cover (see
“Remove the top cover” on page 158).
b. Disconnect all the drive cables from the system board; then, remove the drive cage from the
node (see
“Remove the drive cage” on page 80).
c. Remove the drive cage (see
“Remove the drive cage” on page 80).
d. Remove the front operator assembly from the node and disconnect the cable from the system
board(see
“Remove the front operator assembly” on page 93).
Step 2. Remove the five screws that secure the front I/O bezel.
Figure 98. Removal of the front I/O bezel screws
Step 3. Remove the front I/O bezel by pulling it away from the node.
Figure 99. Removal of the front I/O bezel
After this task is completed
• Install a replacement unit (see
“Install a front I/O bezel” on page 152).
• If you are instructed to return the component, follow all of the packaging instructions and use any
packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
Demo video
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