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Silicon Graphics Zx10 Visual Workstation Owner's Guide
(document number: 007-4327-002 / published: 2000-09-20)
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Chapter 7. Gaining Access to System Components
This chapter describes how to gain access to major internal components so you can upgrade and service your system.
 | Warning: This is a user-serviceable system. Service and upgrade tasks should be performed by users who can follow instructions in a manual to service equipment, and can do so without harm to themselves or damage to the equipment.
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| Warning: The system is always on when connected to AC power. Before opening the system, disconnect the system's power cord from its AC power outlet.
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| Warning: Internal components may be at high temperatures. Allow time for them to cool before handling them.
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| Warning: Internal components can be damaged by static electricity. Use an antistatic wrist strap connected to the bare metal of the system's chassis to protect against electrostatic discharge.
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 | Note: “Right side” and “left side” are as seen from the front of the system.
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Avoiding Electrostatic Discharge
Sensitive components inside the base unit can be damaged by static electricity. To protect against electrostatic discharge, take the following precautions:
Disconnect the base unit from AC power before opening the base unit.
Touch the bare metal of the base unit chassis before touching any internal components.
Handle all printed circuit boards as little as possible and only by the edges. Do not touch any gold contacts on a circuit board.
Leave new parts in their protective packaging until you install them.
Use a disposable or reusable antistatic wrist strap when servicing or upgrading the system. Once you use a disposable wrist strap, you cannot use it again.
Attach an antistatic wrist strap to any bare metal part of the base unit chassis. The metal conductor in the elastic sleeve of a reusable antistatic strap must contact bare skin.
Removing and Replacing Side Panels
| Warning: The system is always on when connected to AC power. Before opening the system, disconnect the system's power cord from its AC power outlet.
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| Warning: Replace both side panels before operating the system. This ensures proper airflow for cooling and reduces electromagnetic interference (EMI) emissions.
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| Note: You can gain access to most internal components b
y removing the left side panel.
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To remove a side panel:
Remove the two screws (near the lock clips) that secured the panel to the chassis during shipment.
Slide both lock clips on the panel away from each other (unlock).
Grasp the handhold on the panel, and pull the panel back and away from the chassis.
To replace a side panel:
Ensure both lock clips on the panel are in the unlock position.
Replace the panel onto the base unit, aligning the tabs on the inside of the panel with the openings at the top and bottom of the chassis, and push the panel forward until it slides into place against the faceplate.
Slide both lock clips toward each other (lock). You do not need to replace the shipping screws.
Removing and Replacing the Faceplate
| Warning: The system is always on when connected to AC power. Before removing the faceplate, disconnect the system's power cord from its AC power outlet.
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| Warning: Replace the faceplate before operating the system. This ensures proper airflow for cooling.
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To remove the faceplate:
Open the door and stow it in the base unit. You cannot remove the faceplate if the door is closed. See Chapter 4, “Operating the System”.
Remove both side panels. See “Opening and Closing the Base Unit” in this chapter.
Gently pry and release each of the tabs connecting the faceplate to both sides of the chassis.
 | Caution: Release the tabs with care. Do not apply more pressure than necessary.
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Gently pull the faceplate away from the chassis.
To replace the faceplate:
Align the tabs on the faceplate with the tab notches and the power switch mounted to the chassis.
Gently push the faceplate onto the chassis until all tabs engage.
| Caution: Engage the tabs with care. Do not apply more pressure than necessary.
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The following figure shows the system's major components.
Silicon Graphics Zx10 Visual Workstation Owner's Guide
(document number: 007-4327-002 / published: 2000-09-20)
table of contents | additional info | download
Front Matter
About This Guide
Chapter 1. Setting Up the Hardware
Chapter 2. Setting Up the Software
Chapter 3. Configuring the System
Chapter 4. Operating the System
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Operational Problems
Chapter 6. Reinstalling the Operating System
Chapter 7. Gaining Access to System Components
Chapter 8. Upgrading the System
Chapter 9. Servicing the System
Chapter 10. System Hardware and Specifications
Appendix A. Ergonomics Guide
Index
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