Installing An Expansion Card Into The Expansion Card Riser - Dell EMC PowerEdge XE8545 Installation And Service Manual

Figure 86. Installing the filler bracket for the Riser 1
Next steps
If applicable, install an expansion card into the expansion card

Installing an expansion card into the expansion card riser

Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the
2. Follow the procedure listed in
3. If installing a new expansion card, unpack it and prepare the card for installation.
NOTE: For instructions, see the documentation accompanying the card.
4. If applicable, disconnect the cables from the expansion card.
5. Remove the expansion card
Steps
1. Pull and lift the expansion card retention latch lock to open.
2. If installed, remove the filler bracket.
NOTE: Store the filler bracket for future use. Filler brackets must be installed in empty expansion card slots to maintain
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification of the system. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of the
system and aid in proper cooling and airflow inside the system.
NOTE: The procedure is similar for Riser 4.
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
riser.
riser.
on page 23.
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