Remove the control panel with power off

You might need to remove the control panel from the server with the power off. Use the procedure in this section to perform this task.

If your system is managed by the Hardware Management Console (HMC), use the HMC to complete the steps for removing a control panel. For instructions, refer to Remove a part using the Hardware Management Console.

To remove the control panel with the power off, complete the following procedure:

Perform the prerequisite tasks described in Before you begin.
Stop the system. Refer to Stop the system or logical partition.
Disconnect the power source from the system by unplugging the system.
Note: This system might be equipped with a second power supply. Before continuing with this procedure, ensure that the power source to the system has been completely disconnected.
Remove the front cover from your system. Refer to Remove the front cover from the model 9116-561 or 570.
Remove the control panel by pressing the locking tabs A located on either side of the panel, grasping the edges of the panel, and pulling it out of its bay.
Figure 1. Control panel removal
If you are removing the control panel as part of another procedure, return to that procedure now.
Attention: If you are not immediately replacing the control panel, a control panel filler must be in place when the system power is on for proper air flow and cooling. For instructions on installing a control panel filler, refer to Model 570 and 9116-561 control panel filler.
Replace the control panel with power off. Refer to Replace the control panel with power off.