486Installing and removing blade componentsThis section provides information about installing and removing the blade components. For information about installing and removingthe enclosure components, see the enclosure Owner's Manual at Dell.com/poweredgemanuals.SafetyinstructionsCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. Youshould only perform troubleshooting andsimple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and supportteam. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safetyinstructions that are shipped with yourproduct.NOTE: Dell recommends thatyou always usean antistatic mat and antistatic wrist strap whileworking on componentsinside the system.NOTE: Toensure proper operation and cooling, all bays in the system must be populated always with either a systemcomponentorwithablank.Before working inside your systemPrerequisiteFollow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section.Steps1. Turnoff the blade by using the Chassis Management Controller (CMC).2. Remove the blade from the enclosure.3. Install the I/O connector cover.4. Remove the system cover.Related linksSafety instructionsRemoving the system coverAfter working inside your systemPrerequisiteFollow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section.Steps1. Install the system cover.2. Install the blade in the enclosure.3. Turnon the blade.Related linksSafety instructionsInstalling the system coverRecommended toolsYou may need the following items to perform the procedures in this section:
