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Step 1.
Remove the cover (see "Removing the compute node cover" on page 643).
Step 2.
Locate the I/O expansion adapter connectors (see "System-board layouts" on page 17).
Step 3.
Open the retention clips.
Step 4.
Lift the I/O expansion adapter from the connector and remove the I/O expansion adapter from
the compute node. You might find it helpful to rock the adapter back and forth to disengage
the adapter.
If you are instructed to return the I/O expansion adapter, follow all packaging instructions, and use any
packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
Installing an I/O expansion adapter
Use this information to install an I/O expansion adapter.
Before you install an I/O expansion adapter, complete the following steps:
1. Read "Safety" on page iii and "Installation guidelines" on page 637.
2. If the compute node is installed in an Flex System chassis, remove it (see "Removing a compute node
from a chassis" on page 639 for instructions).
3. Carefully lay the compute node on a flat, static-protective surface, orienting the compute node with
the bezel pointing toward you.
This component can be installed as an optional device or as a CRU. The installation procedure is the same
for the optional device and the CRU.
Optional expansion nodes are available to provide a cost-effective way for you to increase and customize
the capabilities of the compute node. Expansion nodes support a wide variety of industry-standard PCI
Express, network, storage, and graphics adapters. For additional information, see "PCIe Expansion Node" at
http://pic.dhe.ibm.com/infocenter/ flexsys/information/topic/ com.lenovo.acc.pme.doc/ product_page.html.
To install an I/O expansion adapter, complete the following steps.
I/O expansion
adapter
Retention
clips
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