Compaq ProLiant DL380 Setup and Installation Guide

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Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required

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Gilbert Saldivar

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Compaq ProLiant DL380 Setup and Installation Guide

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120133-002

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d-ch03 Installing Hardware Options.doc

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Accessing Non-Hot-Plug Areas

Move the server Power On/Standby switch to the Standby position and remove

the power cord(s) before installing options, upgrades, or replacements.

Accessing Processors, Memory Sockets, System

Board, and Removable Media Area

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the

internal system components to cool before touching.

CAUTION:

Before removing the server access panel be sure that the server is in

Standby mode and that the power cord(s) are disconnected from the electrical

outlet.

CAUTION:

Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. Be sure

you are properly grounded before beginning any installation procedure.

Back up your server data.

Shut down the operating system as directed in your operating system

instructions.

Move the server Power On/Standby switch to the Standby position. The

Power LED will turn to Amber when the server has been successfully

placed into Standby power mode.

CAUTION:

Moving your server Power On/Standby switch to the Standby position

removes power from most areas of the server; this may take up to 30 seconds.

Portions of the power supply and some internal circuitry remain active until AC

power is removed.

Remove the power cords.

Loosen the two thumbscrews on the front bezel of the unit that secure

the unit to the rack 1.