Replacing the rear USB cable in the 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A

Learn how to replace the rear USB cable that is part of a service action.

1. Ensure that you have the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap on and that the ESD clip is connected to an unpainted metal surface. If not, do so now.
2. Insert the rear USB cable housing (A) into the opening on the rear of the system at location P1-T1, P1-T2, as shown in Figure 1, or Figure 2 for the stand-alone version of the 8286-41A.
3. Route the cable along the right side of the chassis.
4. Plug the other end of the rear USB cable (C) into the connector on the system backplane.
   Figure 1. Replacing the rear USB cable

   
   Figure 2. Replacing the rear USB cable in the stand-alone version of the 8286-41A

   
5. Replace the system I/O card. For instructions, see Replacing the system I/O card from the system with the system power turned off.