Inside the system, Opening the system – Dell PowerEdge 6850 User Manual
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Responding to a Systems Management Software Alert Message
Systems management software monitors critical system voltages and temperatures, fans, and hard drives in the system. Alert messages appear in the Alert
Log window. For information about the Alert Log window, see the systems management software documentation.
Inside the System
, the bezel and system cover are removed to provide an interior view of the system.
Figure 5-1. Inside the System
The system board holds the system's control circuitry and other electronic components. The processor and memory riser cards are installed directly on the
system board. The system can accommodate up to seven expansion cards, four memory riser cards, and one integrated Fibre Channel module card.
The SCSI backplane supports up to five 3.5-inch SCSI hard drives. A removable drive carrier supports an optional diskette drive and optional optical drive.
Power is supplied to the system board and drives through one or two power supplies.
Opening the System
The system is enclosed by an optional bezel and cover. To upgrade or troubleshoot the system, remove the bezel and cover to access the drives and internal
system components.
1.
If applicable, remove the bezel. See
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a.
Unlock the keylock at the left end of the bezel.
b.
Rotate the left end of the bezel away from the front panel.
c.
Unhook the right end of the bezel and pull the bezel away from the system.
Figure 5-2. Installing and Removing the Optional Bezel
NOTICE:
Do not remove the cooling shroud if the system is turned on. The cooling shroud must be installed to direct the airflow from the fans.
CAUTION:
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as
authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not
authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.