Installing The Adapter - Lenovo ThinkSystem 4350 Series Installation And User Manual

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Installing the adapter

To install the adapter and connect internal or external storage devices, follow these steps:
Step 1. Unpack the adapter in a static-free environment. Remove the adapter from the antistatic bag, and
carefully inspect for damage. If damage is noticed, contact Lenovo or your reseller support
representative.
Attention: To avoid the risk of data loss, back up your data before you change your system
configuration.
Step 2. Prepare the computer. Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cord and any network
cables.
CAUTION:
Disconnect the computer from the power supply and from any networks, or you risk
damaging the system or experiencing electrical shock.
Step 3. Remove the cover from the chassis.
Step 4. Check the mounting bracket on the adapter (system-dependent). If required for your system,
replace the full-height mounting bracket that ships on the adapter with the low-profile bracket
supplied. Complete the following steps to attach the low-profile bracket.
a. Using No.1 Phillips screwdriver that is ESD safe, remove the two Phillips screws that connect
the full-profile bracket to the board. Unscrew the two screws located at the top and bottom
edges of the board. Avoid touching any board components with the screwdriver or bracket.
b. Remove the full-profile bracket. Do not damage the adapter.
c. Place the adapter on top of the low-profile bracket. Position the bracket so that the screw
holes in the tabs align with the openings in the board.
d. Using No.1 Phillips torque screwdriver that is ESD safe, set to a maximum torque of 4.8±0.5
inch-pounds. Replace the two Phillips screws removed in step a.
Attention: Exceeding this torque specification can damage the board, connectors, or screws,
and can void the warranty on the board.
Step 5. Insert the adapter to an available PCIe slot. Locate an empty x8 PCIe slot adequate for your
adapter. Remove the blank bracket panel on the rear of the computer that aligns with the empty
PCIe slot. Save this bracket screw, if applicable. Align the adapter to a PCIe slot. Press down
gently, but firmly, to seat the adapter correctly in the slot. (To check PCIe bus compatibility of your
adapter, see the corresponding characteristics of your adapter in Chapter 2 "Adapter
Characteristics" on page 3.
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