Power Distribution Boards; Removing The Power Distribution Board 1 - Dell PowerEdge C6320 Owner's Manual

Power distribution boards

The power distribution board is a board that connects the redundant power supplies to the system board.
The power distribution board (PDB) is only supported in systems with redundant power supplies. This
system has two power distribution boards (PDB). The procedure to remove and install both the power
PDBs is similar. To access the PDB 2 at the bottom, remove the PDB 1 at the top.

Removing the power distribution board 1

Prerequisites
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 are shipped with your product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3. Remove the power supply units.
Steps
1. Disconnect all the cables from the power distribution board 1 (PDB 1).
Observe the routing of the cable on the chassis as you remove them from the system. You must
route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent the cables from being pinched or
crimped.
2. Remove the screw that secures the power cable cover to the PDB 1.
3. Lift it up straight from the locking hole on the PDB 1. Then, lift it completely out of the PDB 1.
Figure 65. Removing and installing the power cable cover
1. screw
4. Remove the screws that secure the power cables to the PDB 1.
2. power cable cover
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