Removing The Optional Idrac Port Card - Dell PowerEdge R330 Owner's Manual

and imaging. It emulates USB device(s). For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at
Dell.com/esmmanuals.
The iDRAC port card consists of the SD vFlash card slot and an iDRAC port. The iDRAC port card features a dedicated NIC port and
is used for remote, advanced management of the system through the network.
An SD vFlash card is a Secure Digital (SD) card that plugs into the SD vFlash card slot in the iDRAC port card. It provides persistent
on-demand local storage and a custom deployment environment that enables automation of server configuration, scripts, and
imaging. It emulates a USB device. For more information, see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at
Dell.com/idracmanuals.

Removing the optional iDRAC port card

Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and
simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support
team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
4. If connected, disconnect the network cable from the iDRAC port card.
5. Remove the cooling shroud.
Steps
1. Loosen the screw securing the iDRAC port card holder to the system board.
2. Pull the iDRAC port card to disengage it from the iDRAC port card connector on the system board, and remove the card from
the chassis.
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