Quantum DXi6900

Chapter 3: FRU Removal and Replacement Procedures
Replacing the Node System Board
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3 Remove the following components:
a Power supplies (see Replacing a Node Power Supply on
page 95).
b Cooling fan assembly (see Removing and Installing the Cooling
Fan Assembly on page 224).
c Expansion card risers (see Replacing an Expansion Card in Riser
1 on page 118 and Replacing an Expansion Card in Riser 2 or 3
on page 122).
d Integrated storage controller card (see Replacing the Integrated
Storage Controller on page 136).
e PCIe card holder (see Removing and Installing the PCIe Card
Holder on page 226).
f Cable retention bracket (see Removing and Installing the Cable
Retention Bracket on page 227).
g If present, support bracket (see Figure 102).
Note: The support bracket is present on certain system
configurations for protection during shipping and can
be discarded after removal.
4 Disconnect the mini SAS cable from the system board:
Caution: To avoid damaging the mini SAS cable and connector,
follow the correct procedure when removing the mini
SAS cable from the system board.
a Push the mini SAS cable connector to slide it further into the
connector (J_SASX8) on the system board (see
Figure 101).
b Press down and hold the metal tab on the mini SAS cable
connector.
c Pull the mini SAS cable out of the connector on the system
board.