Removing and replacing consumable partsThis information covers removing and replacing consumable parts.Replacement of consumable parts is your responsibility. If IBM installs aconsumable part at your request, you will be charged for the installation.The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.Removing and replacing structural partsThis information covers the process for removing and replacing structural parts.Replacement of structural parts is your responsibility. If IBM installs a structuralpart at your request, you will be charged for the installation.The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.Removing the server top coverThis information provides instructions on how to remove the server top cover.About this taskTo remove the server top cover, complete the following steps:Procedure1. Read the safety information and installation guidelines, see “Safety” on page viiand “Installation guidelines” on page 35.2. Turn off the server (see “Turning off the server” on page 22) and all attachedperipheral devices. Disconnect all power cords; then, disconnect all externalcables as necessary to replace the device.Note: If you need to view any LEDs on the system board after you disconnectpower, press the Light path button to light the LEDs.3. If the server has been installed in a rack, slide the server out from the rackenclosure.4. Press in on the blue tab on the cover-release latch and lift the cover releaselatch up (the cover slides to the rear). Lift the cover off the server and set itaside.226 System x3750 M4 Types 8722 and 8733: Installation and Service Guide