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• Read
"Safety inspection checklist" on page iv
work safely.
• Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords and all external cables, see
"Power off the server" on page
• If the server is in a rack, remove it from the rack. See
• Remove any locking device that secures the server, such as a Kensington lock or a padlock.
• Place the server on its side with the cover up.
Notes:
• The PCIe adapter might look different from the illustration.
• Make sure to read and follow the documentation that comes with the PCIe adapter.
Watch the procedure
A video of this procedure is available at YouTube:
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Procedure
Step 1.
Make preparation for this task.
a.
Remove the server cover, see
Note: The heat sink and processor could be very hot. To avoid burning yourself, wait for a few
minutes after turning off the server before you remove the server cover.
Step 2.
Disconnect all PCIe adapter cables from the system board.
Step 3.
Remove the PCIe adapter
a.
Rotate the PCIe adapter retainer clip to the open position.
b.
Press the retaining clip to release the PCIe adapter.
c.
Grasp the PCIe adapter by both edges, and gently lift it out from the PCIe slot.
Note: The PCIe adapter might be clamped by the slot tightly. In this case, gently and evenly
shake the PCIe adapter until the clamping force from the connector is significantly reduced
and the adapter becomes easily removable.
and
9.
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"Remove the server cover" on page
"Installation guidelines" on page 41
"Remove the server from the rails" on page
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-
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Chapter 3
Hardware replacement procedures
to ensure that you
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