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Installation
Read the installation instructions in this manual before
Installing the MegaRAC™ Express Card
The MegaRAC™ Express card must be placed in the primary
PCI slot because of the VGA specification. VGA redirection is
Step
Action
1
Power down the server and all attached external peripheral devices.
2
Disconnect your computer and peripherals from their power sources. Also
disconnect any telephone or telecommunications lines from the computer.
Doing so reduces the potential for personal injury or shock.
3
Touch an unpainted metal surface at the back of the computer chassis
(such as the power supply) before touching anything inside your computer.
While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface on the
computer chassis to dissipate any static electricity that might harm internal
components.
4
Remove the computer cover.
5
Locate the primary PCI slot on the motherboard where you will install the
MegaRAC™ Express card.
This chapter describes procedures for performing the
following tasks:
•
Installing the MegaRAC™ Express card in a server
•
Updating server management software
•
Connecting the Hobbes connector to the MegaRAC™
Express
Important
installing your MegaRAC™ Express.
Important
possible from the primary PCI slot only.
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