Recycling Server Components

This chapter contains the following topics:

Server Recycling and E-Waste

This chapter documents the procedures to disassemble key server components for recycling and e-waste. When recycling your Cisco UCS hardware, always make sure to follow local e-waste and recycling regulations.


Note

For Recyclers Only! The procedures in this chapter are not standard field-service options. These procedures are for recyclers who will be reclaiming the electronics for proper disposal to comply with local eco design and e-waste regulations. For standard field-service procedures.


Caution

The server is heavy! Do not attempt to unrack or lift the server by yourself. Use a server lift, scissors jack, or some other mechanical tool to lift and support the server while inserting, moving, or removing it.

The server has various components that can be recycled. When recycling the server and its components, always comply with your local laws governing recycling and e-waste.


Warning

The procedures in this chapter are destructive and can render the server unusable, so this content is not for standard use or FRU procedures! These procedures are for recyclers only!

Recycling NVMe SSDs

The server contains data storage in E1.S EDSFF NVMe SSDs in the front-mounted drives. The SSDs are externally accessible.

Use this procedure to remove the SSDs for recycling.

Before you begin

This procedure requires access to the front of the server. If you haven't already removed the front bezel, do so now.

For this procedure, gather a #1 Phillips screwdriver.

Procedure

Step 1

Remove the E1.S modules.

  1. Push on the ejector tab to unlock the modules.

  2. Grasp each module and slide it out of the chassis.

  3. Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screws. and separate the drive from the carrier.

Step 2

Recycle the SSD and carrier assembly in compliance with your local ewaste and recycling regulations.

Recycling PSUs

The server supports the following power supply (PSUs):

  • Four 12V 3000W PSUs (All SKUs)

PSUs are FRUs, which can be removed from the server for proper ewaste and recycling.

Procedure

Step 1

Remove the PSUs from the server chassis.

Step 2

When the PSUs are removed from the chassis, dispose of them in compliance with your local ewaste and recycling regulations.

Removing the Top Cover

The server chassis has a top sheetmetal cover that is secured by two M3xL10.2 mm thumb screws.

Gather a #2 Phillips screwdriver before starting this procedure.

Before you begin


Warning

For Recyclers Only! This procedure is not a standard field-service option. This procedure is for recyclers who will be reclaiming the electronics for proper disposal to comply with local eco design and e-waste regulations.

Procedure

Step 1

Using the screwdriver, remove the two thumbscrews.

Figure 1. Location of Thumbscrews

Step 2

Grasp the top cover and slide it forward, then lift up to remove it from the server chassis.

Figure 2. Removing the Top Cover

What to do next

Continue with your recycling process. See the following sections.

Recycling the Chassis PCBs

Use this procedure to disassemble the chassis and remove the PCBs for recycling. As part of this procedure, you will need to remove cables and layers of parts to gain access to the PCBs.

Before you begin

If you have not already disconnected the server from facility power, do so now.

For this procedure, gather a #2 Phillips screwdriver.

Procedure

Step 1

Remove the top cover.

Removing Top Cover.

Step 2

Remove the top support bracket.

  1. Locate the two M3 thumbscrews, and use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove them.

  2. Slide the support bracket forward then up to release it from the chassis.

Step 3

Remove the NVIDIA BlueField3 or ConnectX-7 GPU cables.

  1. Locate the cables.

  2. Remove the cables.

    Although this illustration shows removing the cable completely, you can leave it attached to the cards, and just disconnect it from the HSC board.

  3. Remove the cards.

Step 4

Remove the linking bar.

  1. Remove the two thumbscrews.

  2. Slide the linking bar to release it from the T pins.

  3. Lift the linking bar out of the chassis.

Step 5

Remove the support bracket (right side).

  1. Using the screwdriver, remove the screws.

  2. Lift the bracket out of the chassis.

Step 6

Remove the HSC Board Cables.

  1. 1

    SW Board cables, two

    2

    PDB Board cables, three

    3

    BF3 NIC/ConnectX-7 cable, 1

    4

    GPU Power Cables

  2. Clear the cables so they don't create an obstruction.

Step 7

Remove the support bracket (left side).

  1. Using the screwdriver, remove the screws.

  2. Lift the bracket out of the chassis.

Step 8

Remove the HSC Board.

  1. Remove the following screws.

  2. Remove the HSC Board, but sliding it forward then lifting it out of the chassis.

Step 9

Remove the DA-CEM.

  1. Locate and remove the power cables from the DA-CEM and the PDB board.

  2. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the eight screws.

  3. Locate and remove the Y cables (ConnectX-7 or BlueField3) from the SW Board.

  4. Locate and remove the PCIe cables.

  5. Locate and remove the power cable from the SW board and PDB board.

Step 10

Remove the E1.S cable (right side).

  1. Slide the cable cover until it disengages from the chassis.

  2. Disconnect the power Y cables from the drive backplane and PDB board.

  3. Remove the remaining power cables from the fan board and the PDB board.

  4. Remove the x4 Slimline FIO cable.

Step 11

Remove the E1.S cable (left side).

  1. Slide the cable cover until it disengages from the chassis.

  2. Disconnect the two MCIO X cables from the drive backplane and SW board.

Step 12

Remove the M.2 cover.

Step 13

Remove the M.2 card.

  1. Disconnect the MCIO cable from the M.2 adapter card.

    Although not required, you can disconnect it from the motherboard also.

  2. Remove the following power cable from the M.2 adapter card.

    Although not required, you can disconnect it from the motherboard also.

Step 14

Remove the air duct.

  1. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the two captive screws on the air duct.

    One screw is at each end of the air duct, near each chassis sidewall.

  2. Slide the air duct until it clears the T pins.

  3. Lift the air duct up, keeping it level so that the M.2 adapter card stays in place.

Step 15

Remove the SW Board.

  1. Remove the two MCIO cables from the motherboard and SW Board.

    The cable connected to CNC0P2A and CNC0P2B is shown, but disconnect the cables connected to CNC0P0A and CNC0P0B, CNC1P0A and CNC1P0B, and CNC1P2A and CNC1P2B.

  2. Remove the CFG cable from the motherboard and SW board.

  3. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the two SW Board thumbscrews.

  4. Remove the board by sliding it forward until it clears the T pins.

  5. Lift the SW Board from the chassis.

Step 16

Remove the PDB board.

  1. Disconnect the following cable.

  2. Remove the following cable.

  3. Remove the following cables.

Step 17

Remove the following cables.

Step 18

Remove the mid-support bracket.

Step 19

Remove the DC-SCM module.

  1. Locate and remove the cable's screws.

  2. Disconnect the cable.

  3. Remove the DC-SCM cage.

  4. Slide the DC-SCM cage out of the server.

Step 20

Remove the PDB Board.

  1. Remove the PSUs to access the board.

  2. Locate and remove the PDB board screws.

  3. Disconnect the PDB Board.

Step 21

Remove main CPU board.

  1. Locate and remove the screws.

  2. Disconnect and remove the main CPU board.

Step 22

If needed, you can continue by Recycling the Chassis Motherboard.

Recycling the Chassis Motherboard

This procedure is a continuation of Recycling the Chassis PCBs.

Use this procedure to remove and recycle the chassis motherboard.

Before you begin

For this procedure, gather an M3 Phillips screwdriver.

Procedure

Step 1

Complete all steps in Recycling the Chassis PCBs to remove relevant components and access the chassis motherboard.

Step 2

Verify that the chassis motherboard is disconnected and removed from the chassis.

Step 3

Using an M3 Phillips screwdriver, remove the seven screws to disassemble the chassis motherboard into its component layers.

Step 4

Recycle the chassis motherboard PCB and layers in compliance with your local regulations for ewaste and recycling.

Recycling Batteries

The server has a real-time clock (RTC) battery on the CPU (main) motherboard. This battery is a coin-style lithium battery (CR2032) that retains system settings when the server is disconnected from power. The RTC battery sits in a horizontal clip that is attached to the main motherboard.

The battery is not a FRU, so remove it for recycling purposes only. With the motherboard disassembled, you can remove the battery with your fingers. No tools are required.


Warning

Recyclers: Do not shred the battery! Make sure you dispose of the battery according to appropriate regulations for your country or locale.

Before you begin

If you have not already disconnected the server from facility power, do so now.

For this procedure, you will need a #2 Phillips screwdriver.

Procedure

Step 1

Remove the top cover.

Removing Top Cover.

Step 2

Remove the support bracket.

  1. Locate the two M3 thumbscrews, and use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove them.

  2. Slide the support bracket, then lift it up to release it from the chassis.

Step 3

Remove the cage (right side).

  1. Slide it so that it disengages from the T pins.

  2. Lift it off of the server.

Step 4

Remove the fan cage.

  1. Unplug the fan cables from the HSC board.

  2. Simultaneously raise each lever of the fan cage, then lift it out of the chassis.

Step 5

Remove the cables from the HSC Board.

  1. Locate and disconnect the cable ends shown below.

    1

    SW Board cables, two

    2

    PDB Board cables, three

    3

    BF3 NIC/ConnectX-7 cable, 1

    4

    GPU Power Cables

  2. Pull the cables aside so that they do not create an obstruction.

Step 6

Remove the HSC Module.

  1. Locate the two M3 thumbscrews, and use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove them.

  2. Remove the HSC Module by sliding it, then lifting it out of the chassis.

Step 7

Remove the air baffle cables.

  1. Locate the following cables.

  2. Remove the five MCIO cables from the air baffle (1) and the one MCIO cable and one power cable from the air baffle (2).

Step 8

Remove the air baffle.

  1. Locate the air baffle.

  2. Grasp the air baffle and remove it from the chassis.

Step 9

Locate the RTC battery.

Step 10

Remove the RTC battery.

  1. Push outward on the battery latch.

  2. When the battery is released from the latch, grasp it and remove it from the clip.

Step 11

Recycle, do not shred, the battery in compliance with your local regulations about ewaste and recycling.

Recycling PCIe Cards

Use this task to remove the PCIe cards and GPUs from the chassis for recycling.

Before you begin

If you have not already disconnected the server from facility power, do so now.

To complete this task, you will need a #2 Phillips screwdriver.

Procedure

Step 1

Remove the top cover.

Removing Top Cover.

Step 2

Remove the support bracket.

  1. Locate the two M3 thumbscrews, and use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove them.

  2. Slide the support bracket forward then up to release it from the chassis.

Step 3

Remove the NVIDIA BlueField3 or ConnectX-7 GPU cables.

  1. Locate the cables.

  2. Remove the cables.

  3. Remove the following screws.

Step 4

Grasp each card and remove it.

Step 5

Dispose of the cards in compliance with your local ewaste and recycling regulations.

Recycling DIMM Modules

DIMMs are located next to the CPUs. Each DIMM is held in place by a connector latch on each side of the DIMM.

Before you begin

If you haven't already done so, disconnect the server from facility power.

To perform this procedure, you will find it helpful to have a #2 Phillips screwdriver.

Procedure

Step 1

Remove the top cover.

Removing Top Cover.

Step 2

Remove the support bracket.

  1. Locate the two M3 thumbscrews, and use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove them.

  2. Slide the support bracket forward then up to release it from the chassis.

Step 3

Remove the cage.

  1. Slide it so that it disengages from the T pins.

  2. Lift it off of the server.

Step 4

Remove the fan cage.

  1. Unplug the fan cables from the HSC board.

  2. Simultaneously raise each lever of the fan cage, then lift it out of the chassis.

Step 5

Remove the cables from the HSC Board.

  1. Locate and disconnect the cable ends shown below.

    1

    SW Board cables, two

    2

    PDB Board cables, three

    3

    BF3 NIC/ConnectX-7 cable, 1

    4

    GPU Power Cables

  2. Pull the cables aside so that they do not create an obstruction.

Step 6

Remove the HSC Module.

  1. Locate the two M3 thumbscrews, and use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove them.

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  2. Remove the HSC Module, by sliding it, then lifting it out of the chassis.

Step 7

Remove the air baffle cables.

  1. Locate the following cables.

  2. Remove the five MCIO cables from the air baffle (1) and the one MCIO cable and one power cable from the air baffle (2).

Step 8

Remove the air baffle.

  1. Locate the air baffle.

  2. Grasp the air baffle and remove it from the chassis.

Step 9

Remove the DIMMs.

  1. Locate the connector latches.

Step 10

Remove the DIMMs from their sockets.

  1. Simultaneously push the connector latches outward to release pressure on the DIMM. This is the open position.

  2. While the connector latch is in the open position, grasp the DIMM and lift up to remove it from the socket.

Step 11

Dispose of the DIMMs in compliance with your local ewaste and recycling regulations.

Recycling CPUs

The server has two CPUs on the main motherboard. Each CPU has a heatsink which must be removed, and each CPU is contained in a retention frame that must be opened to remove the CPU.

Use this procedure to recycle the CPUs and heatsinks.

Before you begin

If you haven not already disconnected the server from facility power, do so now.

To complete this procedure, you will need the following tools:

  • #2 Phillips screwdriver

  • T10 Star-head (Torx) screwdriver

Procedure

Step 1

Remove the top cover.

Removing Top Cover.

Step 2

Remove the top support bracket.

  1. Locate the two M3 thumbscrews, and use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove them.

  2. Slide the support bracket, then lift it up to remove it from the server.

Step 3

Remove the cage.

  1. Slide it so that it disengages from the T pins.

  2. Lift it off of the server.

Step 4

Remove the fan cage.

  1. Unplug the fan cables from the HSC board.

  2. Simultaneously raise each lever of the fan cage, then lift it out of the chassis.

Step 5

Remove the cables from the HSC Module.

  1. Locate and disconnect the cable ends shown below.

    1

    SW Board cables, two

    2

    PDB Board cables, three

    3

    BF3 NIC/ConnectX-7 cable, 1

    4

    GPU Power Cables

  2. Pull the cables aside so that they do not create an obstruction.

Step 6

Remove the HSC Module.

  1. Remove the following screws.

  2. Remove the HSC Module, by sliding it, then lifting it out of the chassis.

Step 7

Remove the air baffle cables.

  1. Locate the following cables.

  2. Remove the five MCIO cables from the air baffle (1) and the one MCIO cable and one power cable from the air baffle (2).

Step 8

Remove the air baffle.

  1. Locate the air baffle.

  2. Grasp the air baffle and remove it from the chassis.

Step 9

Remove the heatsinks.

  1. Using a T20 star-head screwdriver, remove all six of the securing screws that hold the heatsink onto each CPU.

  2. Remove the heatsink from each CPU.

Step 10

Remove the CPU Assembly.

  1. Locate the CPUs.

  2. Using a T20 star-head screwdriver, loosen the securing screw on the CPU's retention frame.

  3. Open the retention frames.

  4. Open the CPUs' rail frames.

  5. Grasp each CPU by the handle (tab), and remove it from the rail frame.

Step 11

Dispose of the CPUs and heatsinks in compliance with your local ewaste and recycling regulations.

Recycling Internal Storage

The server has an internal M.2 module that sits on the air baffle in the middle of the module. Use the following procedure to recycle the internal M.2 Module.

Before you begin

If you have not already disconnected the server from facility power, do so now.

You will find it helpful to gather a #2 Phillips screwdriver.

Procedure

Step 1

Remove the top cover.

Removing Top Cover.

Step 2

Remove the top support bracket.

  1. Locate the two M3 thumbscrews, and use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove them.

  2. Slide the support bracket, then lift it up to release it from the chassis.

Step 3

Remove the cage.

  1. Slide it so that it disengages from the T pins.

  2. Lift it off of the server.

Step 4

Remove the fan cage.

  1. Unplug the fan cables from the HSC board.

  2. Simultaneously raise each lever of the fan cage, then lift it out of the chassis.

Step 5

Remove the cables from the HSC Board.

  1. Locate and disconnect the cable ends shown below.

    1

    SW Board cables, two

    2

    PDB Board cables, three

    3

    BF3 NIC/ConnectX-7 cable, 1

    4

    GPU Power Cables

  2. Pull the cables aside so that they do not create an obstruction.

Step 6

Remove the HSC Module.

  1. Locate the two M3 thumbscrews, and use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove them.

  2. Remove the HSC Module by sliding it, then lifting it out of the chassis.

Step 7

Remove the M.2 Module.

  1. Locate the M.2 module.

  2. Remove the following cable.

  3. Remove the following cable.

  4. Disconnect the screws and clear the cables so that there are no obstructions, then remove the M.2 module.

Step 8

Dispose of the M.2 module in compliance with your local ewaste and recycling regulations.