Remove the PIB
Follow instructions in this section to remove the PIB.
About this task
Important: This task must be operated by trained technicians that are certified by Lenovo Service. Do no
attempt to remove or install it without proper training and qualification.
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CAUTION:
The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the
electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To
remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the
power source.
Attention:
• Read
“Installation Guidelines” on page 35 and “Safety inspection checklist” on page 36 to ensure that you
work safely.
• Power off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables. See
“Power off the server” on page 42.
• Prevent exposure to static electricity, which might lead to system halt and loss of data, by keeping static-
sensitive components in their static-protective packages until installation, and handling these devices with
an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system.
Watch the procedure
A video of this procedure is available at YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-
BashWCNZQEDP7o3EohXPEV
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Procedure
Step 1. Make preparation for the task.
a. Remove the top cover. See
“Remove the top cover” on page 148.
b. If your server comes with an air baffle, remove it first. See
“Remove the air baffle” on page 50.
c. Pull out the power supplies slightly. Ensure that they are disconnected from the system board.
d. Remove the system board assembly out of chassis. See “Remove the system I/O board or
processor board” on page 134
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Step 2. Gently hold and slide the PIB out of the system board tray.
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