Remove the PCIe riser board.
8.
To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.
Drive blank
CAUTION:
all bays are populated with either a component or a blank.
Remove the drive blank.
To replace the component, slide the component into the bay until it clicks.
Hot-plug drive
CAUTION:
expansion slot covers, or blanks installed. If the server supports hot-plug components, minimize
the amount of time the access panel is open.
Determine the status of the drive from the hot-plug drive LED definitions (on page 77).
1.
Back up all server data on the drive.
2.
To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless
For proper cooling, do not operate the server without the access panel, baffles,
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