Installing the serial port cable

Prerequisites
Before you perform this procedure, make sure that:
Procedure
  1. Power down the server.
  2. Remove all power:
    1. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
    2. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
  3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.
  4. Do one of the following:
  5. Remove the front bezel.
  6. Remove the access panel.
  7. If installed, remove the air baffle.
  8. Remove the serial port blank.

    Removing the serial port blank
  9. Install the serial port.

    Installing the serial port
  10. Remove the mylar tape.

    Removing the mylar tape
  11. Attach the serial port cable clip to the chassis.

    Attaching the serial port cable clip to the chassis
  12. Connect the serial port cable to the M.2 SSD/dedicated iLO/serial port enablement board.

    To prevent the serial port cable from blocking the system fan airflow, route the cable beneath the fan, and then secure the extra length of the cable in the serial port cable clip.

  13. If removed, install the air baffle.
  14. Install the access panel.
  15. Install the front bezel.
  16. Do one of the following:
  17. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.
  18. Connect the power cords:
    1. Connect each power cord to the server.
    2. Connect each power cord to the power source.
  19. Power up the server.

The installation is complete.