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Removing an input power distribution assembly from a 5802 or 5877 expansion unit with the power turned off

Learn how to remove an input power distribution assembly from a 5802 or 5877 expansion unit if you want to replace a failing assembly or replace the assembly as part of another service action.

If your system is managed by the Hardware Management Console (HMC), use the HMC to remove an input power distribution assembly. For instructions, see Removing a part by using the Hardware Management Console.

If your system is not managed by an HMC, complete the following steps:

  1. Complete the prerequisite tasks. For instructions, see Before you begin.
  2. Use the service indicator light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to help identify the part. For instructions, see Identifying a part.
  3. If the system is running, stop the system. For instructions, see Stopping the system or logical partition.
  4. Open the rear rack door.
  5. Disconnect both the power cables at the rear of the expansion unit, as shown in Figure 1.
    Figure 1. Disconnecting the power cables from the rear of an expansion unit
    Graphic showing disconnection of power cables from rear of the 5802 and 5877 expansion units
  6. Attach the wrist strap.
    Attention:
    • Attach a wrist strap to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) from damaging your hardware.
    • When using a wrist strap, follow all electrical safety procedures. A wrist strap is for static control. It does not increase or decrease your risk of receiving electric shock when using or working on electrical equipment.
    • If you do not have a wrist strap, just prior to removing the product from ESD packaging and installing or replacing hardware, touch an unpainted metal surface of the system for a minimum of 5 seconds.
  7. On the input power distribution assembly cover, loosen the thumbscrew (A), and then remove the cover as shown in Figure 2.
    Figure 2. Removing an input power distribution assembly cover
    Graphic showing the removal of the input power distribution assembly covers in the 5802 and 5877 expansion units
  8. Loosen the thumbscrew (B) on the input power distribution assembly. Pull out the assembly from the expansion unit, as shown in Figure 3.
    Figure 3. Removing an input power distribution assembly
    Graphic showing the removal of an input power distribution assembly from the 5802 and 5877 expansion units

To replace an input power distribution assembly, see Replacing an input power distribution assembly in a 5802 or 5877 expansion unit with the power turned off.



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Last updated: Tue, October 29, 2013