• When handling a device, carefully hold it by the edges or the frame.
• Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed circuitry.
• Keep the device from others’ reach to prevent possible damages.
Install server hardware options
This section includes instructions for performing initial installation of optional hardware. Each component
installation procedure references any tasks that need to be performed to gain access to the component
being replaced.
Installation procedures are presented in the optimum sequence to minimize work.
Attention: To ensure the components you install work correctly without problems, read the following
precautions carefully.
• Make sure the components you are installing are supported by the server. For a list of supported optional
components for the server, see
http://www.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/.
• Always download and apply the latest firmware. This will help ensure that any known issues are
addressed, and that your server is ready to work with optimal performance. Go to
Lenovo ThinkSystem
SR950 Drivers and Software
to download firmware updates for your server.
• It is good practice to make sure that the server is working correctly before you install an optional
component.
• Follow the installation procedures in this section and use appropriate tools. Incorrectly installed
components can cause system failure from damaged pins, damaged connectors, loose cabling, or loose
components.
Remove the front cover
Remove the front cover by pressing the release buttons and pulling the cover from the front of the server.
Complete the following steps to remove the front cover:
Watch the procedure. A video of the replacement process is available:
• Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-DbSYJFY74PoKmph7vgrkKH&playnext=1
• Youku: http://list.youku.com/albumlist/show/id_50952215
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