10. If an IDE drive is in IDE connector 2, remove the drive and tray (save the
screws that secure the tray to the system board); otherwise, remove the
two rear-board mounting screws (near IDE connector 2).
11. Install the I/O expansion tray that comes with the I/O expansion card.
Secure the tray to the system board using the screws from the option kit.
Screws
Screws
12. Remove the I/O expansion card from the static-protective package.
13. Make sure the protective cover is removed from the I/O expansion card
connector on the bottom of the card; then, slide the narrow end of the I/O
expansion card into the raised hook on the I/O expansion tray.
14. Align the I/O expansion card connectors on the I/O expansion card with
the I/O expansion option connectors on the system board; then, gently
press the card into the connectors.
15. If you have other options to install in this blade server, do so now;
otherwise, go to step 16 on page 14.
Important: The blade server cannot be inserted into the BladeCenter unit
until the cover is installed and closed. Do not attempt to override this
protection.
I/O expansion card
Screws
I/O expansion
card tray
Chapter 2. Installing the I/O expansion card
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