Apple Optical Drive Bracket User Manual download pdf

073-0702 Rev. A

Xserve

Optical Drive Bracket

Replacement Instructions

Follow the instructions in this sheet carefully. Failure to follow these instructions could

damage your equipment and void its warranty.

Note:

Online instructions covering customer-installable parts are available at

http://www.info.apple.com/installparts/.

Tools Required

The following tools are required for this procedure:

•Flatblade screwdriver

•Phillips screwdriver

Opening the Server

The server slides open from the front of the rack. The top cover remains in place in the

rack while the bottom housing (containing all internal components) should be placed on a

sturdy, ﬂat surface.

1.Alert users that the server will be unavailable for a period of time.

2.Shut down the server.

Warning: To avoid damaging internal components or causing injury, always

shut down the server before opening it. After you shut down the server, internal

components can be very hot. Let the server cool down before continuing.

3.Write down the server’s serial number, which is located on the back panel. If it is

necessary to set up the server’s software after you replace the optical drive bracket,

you will be asked for the serial number at login.

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073-0702 Rev. A ð Xserve Optical Drive Bracket Replacement Instructions Follow the instructions in this sheet carefully. Failure to follow these in

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Xserve Optical Drive Bracket - 2 4. If the server is in the locked position (the yellow security LED on the front panel is on), use the Allen key th

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Xserve Optical Drive Bracket - 3 9. Grasp the thumbscrews and slide the bottom housing forward part way to expose the two chassis levers. (Figure 2

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Xserve Optical Drive Bracket - 4 Removing the Installed Optical Drive Bracket 1. Disconnect the optical drive cable from the optical drive. (Figure

Xserve Optical Drive Bracket - 5 Installing the Replacement Optical Drive Bracket 1. Install the replacement bracket on the drive, securing it with

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Apple Optical Drive Bracket User Manual