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2 Installing optional devices
Static electricity that is released to internal server components when the server is powered on
might cause the server to halt, which might result in the loss of data. To avoid this potential
problem, always use an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system when
you work inside the server with the power on.
To install a PCI Express adapter, complete the following steps.
1. Read t h e Tecal RH5485 Safety Information.
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords and all
external cables.
3. Remove the server cover (see "Removing the top cover") and determine which PCI
Express expansion slot you will use for the adapter.
4. See the documentation that comes with the adapter for instructions for setting jumpers or
switches and for cabling.
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server starts the devices in the following order: DVD drive, USB-attached diskette drive,
hard disk drive 0, and network devices.
NOTE
To change the startup sequence, start the Setup utility and select Start Options from the main menu. See
"Using the Setup utility" on page 87 for details about using the Setup utility.
The PCI Express 2.0 bus configuration is as follows:
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Expansion slot 1 is x16, slot 2 is x8 (x4 lanes), and slots 3 through 6 are x8.
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Expansion slot 7 is a non-standard, 106-pin connector but accepts PCI Express x8, x4,
and x1 standard adapters.
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Expansion slots 1 through 4 are non-hot-plug, full-length PCI Express 2.0 and can
accept adapters up to 312.00 mm (12.28 inches) long.
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Expansion slots 5 through 7 are non-hot-plug, half-length PCI Express 2.0 and can
accept adapters up to 167.65 mm (6.6 inches) long.
CAUTION
NOTE
Route adapter cables before you install the adapter.
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Tecal RH5485 Server
Installation and User's Guide
Issue 02 (2011-05-25)
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