Lenovo ThinkServer RD550 - Manual (Page 149)

7. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new front panel board to any unpainted surface
on the outside of the server. Then, take the new front panel board out of the package.
Note: Carefully handle the front panel board by its edges.
8. Carefully position the new front panel board so that the two screw holes in the new front panel board
are aligned with the corresponding mounting studs on the chassis. Then, install the screws to secure
the front panel board in place.
Figure 114. Installing the front panel board
9. Connect the front-panel-board cables to the system board. See “System board components” on
page 37.
10. If you are instructed to return the old front panel board, follow all packaging instructions and use any
packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping.
What to do next:
• To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.
• To complete the replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 144.
Replacing the riser card assembly
Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Safety information”
on page iii and “Guidelines” on page 61.
Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another
computer for reference.
Note: Use any documentation that comes with the new riser card assembly and follow those instructions in
addition to the instructions in this topic.
To replace the riser card assembly, do the following:
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