Adapter Card Un-Installation Instructions; Safety Precautions; Card Un-Installation - Mellanox Technologies ConnectX-5 User Manual

3.8

Adapter Card Un-installation Instructions

3.8.1 Safety Precautions

1. Remove any metallic objects from your hands and wrists.
2. It is strongly recommended to use an ESD strap or other antistatic devices.
3. Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord from the server.

3.8.2 Card Un-installation

1. Verify that the system is powered off and unplugged.
2. Wait 30 seconds.
3. To remove the card, disengage the retention mechanisms on the bracket (clips or screws).
4. Holding the adapter card from its center, gently pull the adapter card from the PCI Express
slot.
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The adapter is installed in a system that operates with voltages that can be lethal.
Before un-installing the adapter card, please observe the following precautions to
avoid injury and prevent damage to system components.
Please note that the following images are for illustration purposes only.
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