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## Remove the Front I/O Assembly

The front I/O assembly is a cold-service component that can be replaced only by authorized service personnel.

| Caution - This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge. This discharge can cause server components to fail.

1. Remove the main module from the server.

   See Remove the Main Module.

2. Take the necessary ESD precautions.

   See Prevent ESD Damage.

3. Locate the front I/O assembly on the main module.

   See Main Module Components.

4. Locate the two cables that connect the front I/O assembly to the motherboard.

   Figure 29 Locating the Two Front I/O Cable Assembly Cables

   Figure Legend

   1 VGA-to-motherboard cable, motherboard connection

   2 FIO-to-motherboard cable, motherboard connection

   3 FIO-to-motherboard cable, front I/O assembly connection

   4 VGA-to-motherboard cable, front I/O assembly connection

5. Disconnect the two cables.
   1. Lift up on the connectors that secure the VGA-to-motherboard cable to the front I/O assembly and the motherboard, and remove the VGA-to-motherboard cable from the main module.
   2. Lift up on the connectors that secure the FIO-to-motherboard cable to the front I/O assembly and the motherboard, and remove the FIO-to-motherboard cable from the main module.
6. Loosen the captive screw that secures the front I/O assembly to the motherboard.
7. Gently pull the front I/O assembly toward the back of the main module until the ports at the front of the assembly clear the front of the main module, and then remove the front I/O assembly from the main module.

##### Related Information

- Front I/O Assembly Overview

- Install the Front I/O Assembly

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