Apple Xserve (Early 2008) DIY Procedure for Video Mezzan User Manual download pdf

 Xserve (Late 2006/Early 2008)

073-1098 Rev. B

Video Mezzanine Card

Replacement Instructions

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

damage your equipment and void its warranty.

Online instructions are available at http://www.apple.com/support/diy/.

Working Safely Inside the Xserve

Always touch the Xserve enclosure to discharge static electricity before you touch any

components inside the Xserve. To avoid generating static electricity, do not walk around the

room until you have nished working inside the server and have replaced the cover. To minimize

the possibility of damage due to static discharge, wear an antistatic wrist strap while you work

inside the Xserve.

Warning: Always shut down the Xserve and disconnect the power cords before opening

it to avoid damaging its internal components or the components you are installing. Don’t

open the server while it is turned on. Even after you shut down the Xserve, its internal

components can be very hot. Let it cool before you open it.

Tools Required

The only tool required for this procedure is a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

Removing the Xserve from a Rack

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

Shut down the Xserve (see the Xserve User’s Guide for help) and then wait to let the Xserve 2.

internal components cool.

Warning: Always shut down the Xserve before opening it to avoid damaging its internal

components or the components you want to install or remove. Don’t open the Xserve

or try to install or remove items inside while it is turned on. Even after you shut down

the Xserve, its internal components can be very hot. Let it cool down for 5 to 10 minutes

before you open it.

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 Xserve (Late 2006/Early 2008)073-1098 Rev. BVideo Mezzanine CardReplacement InstructionsFollow the instructions in this document carefully. Failure

Xserve (Late 2006/Early 2008) Video Mezzanine Card Replacement Instructions 2Unplug all cables from the Xserve. 3. Note: If you have trouble releasin

Xserve (Late 2006/Early 2008) Video Mezzanine Card Replacement Instructions 3Removing the Installed Video Mezzanine CardNote: Before you can remove t

Xserve (Late 2006/Early 2008) Video Mezzanine Card Replacement Instructions 4Remove the four 8.5-mm long Phillips screws that secure the mezzanine ca

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Xserve (Late 2006/Early 2008) Video Mezzanine Card Replacement Instructions 5Warning: Never turn on the server unless all of its internal and externa

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Apple Xserve (Early 2008) DIY Procedure for Video Mezzan User Manual