Operating instructions

Chapter 4

Configuring and Installing

Components

This chapter shows how to configure and install user-replaceable components,

including DIMMs, PCI options, power supplies, disk drives, and tape drives. It

also covers configuring CPUs, installing the storage cage, configuration utilities,

and updating firmware. Installation of components not covered in this chapter

is reserved for service providers and customers who have purchased a self-

maintenance contract.

WARNING: To prevent injury, access to internal components is

limited to persons who have appropriate technical training and

experience. Such persons are expected to understand the hazards

of working within this equipment and take measures to minimize

danger to themselves or others. These measures include:

1. Remove any jewelry that may conduct electricity.

2. If accessing the system card cage, power down the system and

wait 2 minutes to allow components to cool.

3. Wear an antistatic wrist strap when handling internal compo-

nents.

WARNING: To prevent injury, unplug the power cord before

installing components.

Installation Tools

You need the following tools to install components.

• Phillips #2 screwdriver (a magnetic screwdriver is recommended)

• Antistatic wrist strap

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