Removing and replacing a hot-plug power supply

CAUTION:

All power supplies installed in the server must have the same output power capacity. Verify that all power supplies have the same part number and label color. The system becomes unstable and might shut down when it detects different power supplies.

CAUTION:

To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless all bays are populated with either a component or a blank.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the power supply or power supply blank to cool before touching it.

Procedure
  1. Power down the server.
  2. Remove all power:
    1. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
    2. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
  3. Release the strain relief strap.

    Releasing strain relief strap
  4. Remove the power supply.

    Removing the power supply

To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.