Removing the tpm – HP INTEGRITY RX3600 User Manual

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The fundamental capabilities of the TPM include:

Platform authentication

Sensitive information protection

Data integrity

System privacy

WARNING!

Ensure that the system is powered off and all power sources have been disconnected

from the server prior to performing this procedure.

Voltages are present at various locations within the server whenever an ac power source is
connected. This voltage is present even when the main power switch is in the off position.

Failure to observe this warning can result in personal injury or damage to equipment.

CAUTION:

Observe all ESD safety precautions before attempting this procedure. Failure to

follow ESD safety precautions can result in damage to the server.

IMPORTANT:

You must run the supported version of the HP-UX operating system to utilize

the TPM security component.

Removing the TPM

To remove the TPM, follow these steps:

1.

Back up the current TPM settings. See the HP-UX operating system documentation for more
information.

2.

Power off the server and disconnect the power cables. See

“Powering Off the Server”

(page 95)

.

3.

If rack installed, slide the server completely out from the rack. See

“Extending the Server

from the Rack” (page 180)

.

4.

Remove the top cover. See

“Removing the Top Cover” (page 181)

.

5.

Remove the core I/O board. See

“Removing the Core I/O Board” (page 237)

.

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Removing and Replacing Server Components

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