Appendix A. Hardware disassembling for recycle
Follow instructions in this section to recycle components with compliance with local laws or regulations.
Disassemble the node for recycle
Follow instructions in this section to disassemble the node before recycling the node tray.
About this task
Attention:
• Read
“Installation Guidelines” on page 41 and “Safety inspection checklist” on page 42 to make sure that
you work safely.
1. Power off the node (see
“Power off the node” on page 51); then, disconnect all external cables from the
node.
Note: If necessary, press the release clip with a flat-head screwdriver to remove an external network
cable from the rear of a 2U node.
2. Remove the node from the chassis (see “Remove a node from the chassis” on page 72); then, carefully
lay the node on a flat, static-protective surface, orienting the node with the front toward you.
3. Remove the top cover (see
“Remove the top cover” on page 168).
4. Disconnect all the cables from the drive backplane; then, remove the drive cage assembly from the node
and place it on a flat, static-protective surface (see
“Remove the drive cage assembly” on page 84).
5. Remove the firmware and RoT security module (see
“Remove the firmware and RoT security module” on
page 151
).
6. Remove all the installed processor and heat sink modules (see
“Remove the processor and heat sink” on
page 130
).
7. Remove the heat sink support bracket.
8. Remove all the memory modules (see
“Remove a memory module” on page 105).
9. If necessary, remove the M.2 drives (see
“Remove an M.2 drive” on page 100).
10. Remove the microSD card (see
“Remove the MicroSD card” on page 110).
11. If the GPU air duct is installed in the node, remove it (see
“Remove the GPU air duct” on page 91).
12. Disconnect all the fan cables from the system board; then, remove all the fans from the fan cage (see
“Remove a fan” on page 89).
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