IBM eServer xSeries 445 Type 8870 Option Installation Manual page 40

Figure 23. Insert the serial port into PCI-X slot 1
Figure 24. Route the serial port ribbon cable through the slot
10. Connect the serial port ribbon cable to the connector on the center plane.
11. If you have other options to install or remove, do so now.
12. Close the top cover.
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Serial port
Serial connector
7. Insert the serial port into the opening.
8. Close the tab; then, push down on the orange adapter retention latch until it
clicks into place.
Serial connector
9. Route the ribbon cable through the lower slot in the center of the server.
Tab
Adapter
retention
latch