Removing The Existing Bracket; Installing The New Bracket; Installation Instructions - Mellanox Technologies ConnectX-5 Ex User Manual

• The new bracket of the proper height
• The 2 screws saved from the removal of the bracket

3.4.1 Removing the Existing Bracket

1. Using a torque driver, remove the two screws holding the bracket in place.
2. Separate the bracket from the ConnectX-5 card.
3. Save the two screws.

3.4.2 Installing the New Bracket

1. Place the bracket onto the card until the screw holes line up.
2. Screw on the bracket using the screws saved from the bracket removal procedure above.
3.5

Installation Instructions

This section provides detailed instructions on how to install your ConnectX-5 adapter card in a
system.
1. Before installing the card, make sure that the system is off and the power cord is not con-
nected to the server. Please follow proper electrical grounding procedures.
2. Open the system case.
Rev 1.7
Be careful not to put stress on the card's SFP28 or QSFP28 cages and EMI fingers.
Do not force the bracket onto the adapter card.
Use a torque driver to apply up to 2 lbs-in torque on the screws.
Please note that the following figures are for illustration purposes only.
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