Model 6E4 Operator Panel1 Top Cap 4 Front Bezel2 Operator Panel 5 Bezel Door3 Operator Panel Retaining Screws 6 Model 6E4Operator Panel ReplacementAttention: If you are replacing the operator panel with a new FRU, you must write the system VPDinformation (machine type, model number, and serial number) into the VPD module. You must contact thesupport center to obtain instructions and the necessary password to enter the information into the VPDmodule.Note: Refer to “System Vital Product Data (VPD) Update Procedure” on page 486 for the correctprocedure.To replace the operator panel, do the following:1. Carefully slide the operator panel back into the system bay.2. Connect the signal and power cable to the connector on the new operator panel.3. Secure the operator panel with the two retaining screws previously removed.4. Replace the service access cover, as described in “Service Access Cover Replacement (Model 6C4)”on page 431.5. If you are servicing a Model 6C4, push the system drawer back into the operating position asdescribed in “Returning the Model 6C4 to the Operating Position” on page 430.6. Reconnect all system power cables.7. Replace the front bezel as described in “Front Bezel Replacement (Model 6C4)” on page 442 or“Front Bezel Replacement (Model 6E4)” on page 443.8. If necessary replace the bezel door as described in “Bezel Door Replacement” on page 441.9. If you are servicing a Model 6E4, replace the top cap as described in “Top Cap Replacement (Model6E4)” on page 432.10. Power on the system as described in “Starting the System without an HMC Attached” on page 425.11. If the Model 6C4 has successfully powered on, close the rack doors.If the Model 6E4 has successfully powered on, close the bezel door.Chapter 9. Removal and Replacement Procedures 485
