Removing the media cage (also called lightpath LCD operation panel assembly)

Use this information to remove the media cage (also called lightpath LCD operation panel assembly).

1. Read the safety information that begins on Safety and Installation guidelines.
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables, if necessary.
3. Remove the top cover (see Removing the top cover).
4. Disconnect the front USB, DVD drive and operator information panel/LCD panel cables from the system board. Remember the relevant cable routing.
   Note: To disconnect the operator information/LCD panel cable, press evenly on the connector first; then, pull the cable out.

   Figure 1. Cable routing
   
   
5. Loosen the thumbscrew that is used to secure the media cage onto the server.
   Figure 2. Thumbscrew
   
   
6. Carefully push the media cage out of the server and set it aside.
   Figure 3. Media cage removal
   
   
7. If you are instructed to return the media cage, follow all of the packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.