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Chapter 2. Installing options
This chapter provides the basic information needed to install hardware options in
your server. This section is for all users, but is written with the experienced user in
mind.
If you need more detailed installation information, refer to the User's Reference on
the xSeries Documentation CD.
Working inside a server with power on
Your server supports hot-swap drives, fans, and power supplies and is designed to
operate safely while turned on with the cover removed. Follow these guidelines
when you work inside a server that is turned on:
Working with adapters
You can install up to five peripheral component interconnect (PCI) adapters in the
expansion slots on the system board.
In three of the PCI slots, you can install a new PCI adapter or replace an existing
PCI adapter with the same type of adapter without turning off the server power and
restarting the system, if these features are supported by your operating system.
These slots are called hot-pluggable PCI slots. They are also referred to as hot-
plug PCI or Active PCI slots.
The two remaining PCI slots support standard (non-hot-plug) PCI adapters.
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Avoid loose-fitting clothing on your forearms. Button long-sleeved shirts before
working inside the server; do not wear cuff links while you are working inside
the server.
Do not allow your necktie or scarf to hang inside the server.
Remove jewelry, such as bracelets, rings, necklaces, and loose-fitting wrist
watches.
Remove items from your shirt pocket (such as pens and pencils) that could fall
into the server as you lean over it.
Take care to avoid dropping any metallic objects, such as paper clips, hair pins,
or screws, into the server.
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