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NOTE:
The x16 PCIe slots support cards with a maximum power consumption of 300 watts.
The procedure requires a T-10 Torx driver and Phillips-head screwdriver to complete. Before installing
the PCIe expansion cards, be sure to remove each respective slot cover and use its screw to secure
your expansion card in place. Shut down the operating system and remove all power from the chassis
before starting.
Procedure
1. Working from the front of the chassis, grasp the front panel on either side and pull it off the enclosure.
Use the Torx driver to remove the three screws that secure the front top cover. See the section
Removing the chassis top cover on page 41 for additional detail. Remove any NUMAlink cables and
label for replacement.
2. Push the two rail release latches in and slide the chassis forward. Remove the chassis cover as
detailed in Removing the chassis top cover on page 41.
3. Select an available slot based on the size of your PCIe card.
4. If replacing an existing PCIe card, disconnect any cables from the old card and remove its top
retaining screw. If using an empty PCIe slot, remove the metal slot cover from the selected slot and
retain its screw.
5. Fit the new PCIe card into the slot connector with the connector(s) extending out the front of the
chassis, making sure the card's upper tab is flush with the chassis front, and then secure the board
with the screw that previously held the metal slot cover.
6. Reinstall the front top cover, push the chassis back into the rack until it latches and reconnect all
cables.
NOTE:
Each NUMAlink cable should be labeled with source/destination information.
IMPORTANT:
After installation of a new card, be sure to re-boot your system.
Figure 13: PCIe full-height x8 and x16 card slot locations
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