Removing A Vls Node From The Rack; Removing The Vls Node Access Panel; Installing The Vls Node Access Panel; Vls Node Component Replacement - HP 12000 User Manual

Removing a VLS Node from the Rack

To remove the node from a rack:
1. Power off the node. See
2. Disconnect the cabling.
3. Extend the node from the rack. See
4. Remove the node from the rack. For more information, refer to the documentation that ships
with the rack mounting option.
5. Place the node on a sturdy, level surface.

Removing the VLS Node Access Panel

WARNING!
removes power from most areas of the node. However, portions of the power supply and some
internal circuitry remain active until the AC power cord is removed.
WARNING!
components to cool before touching them.
CAUTION:
node without the access panel results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can lead to
thermal damage.
CAUTION:
before beginning any installation procedure.
1. Power off the node. See
2. Extend the node from the rack. See
3. Lift up on the hood latch handle which slides the panel toward the rear of the unit.
4. Lift up the panel to remove it.

Installing the VLS Node Access Panel

1. Set the access panel on top of the node about a ¾ inch (0.2 inch for the VLS12000) from the
opening with the hood latch open.
2. Engage the anchoring pin with the corresponding hole in the latch.
3. Push down on the hood latch.
4. Slide the access panel into the closed position.

VLS Node Component Replacement

SATA Hard Drive

CAUTION:
all bays are populated with either a component or a blank.
NOTE: The node contains one of several possible hard drives. The replacement hard drive must
be the same capacity as the original hard drive; refer to the label on the front of the original hard
drive for the correct supported replacement capacity and part number.
1. Press the drive latch release button (1).
156 Component Replacement
Powering Off the
Pressing the Power on/Standby button sets the node to the standby position, which
To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the internal system
Do not operate the node for long periods without the access panel. Operating the
Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. Properly ground yourself
Powering Off the
To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the node unless
System.
Extending a VLS Node from the
System.
Extending a VLS Node from the
Rack.
Rack.