Removing the chassis bulkhead

Use this information to remove the chassis bulkhead.

Before you remove the chassis bulkhead, complete the following steps:
  1. Read Safety and Installation guidelines.
  2. If the compute node is installed in an Flex System chassis, remove it (see Removing a compute node from a chassis for instructions).
  3. Carefully lay the compute node on a flat, static-protective surface, orienting the compute node with the bezel pointing toward you.

To remove the chassis bulkhead, complete the following steps.


Graphic illustrating removing the chassis bulkhead.

  1. Remove the cover (see Removing the compute node cover).
  2. Remove the fabric connector (see Removing a fabric connector).
  3. Carefully place the chassis on its side with the front handle side up.
    Note: You might find it helpful to remove the air baffles.
  4. Using a T8 Torx screwdriver, remove the screws that secure the bulkhead from the bottom of the chassis.
  5. Carefully return the chassis to the bottom-side-down orientation.
  6. Using a T8 Torx screwdriver, remove the screws that secure the bulkhead from the sides of the chassis.
  7. Lift the chassis bulkhead from the chassis.
If you are instructed to return the chassis bulkhead, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
Parent topic: Removing and replacing consumable and structural parts