Install A Pcie Card Or Filler - Oracle SPARC T8-1 Service Manual

Install a PCIe Card or Filler

6. Replace with another PCIe card or filler before the server is connected to power
again.
See "Install a PCIe Card or Filler" on page
Related Information
"Install a PCIe Card or Filler" on page 110
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Install a PCIe Card or Filler
Caution -
sensitivity can cause the component to fail. To avoid damage, ensure that you follow antistatic
practices as described in
Note -
PCIe card documentation for firmware update instructions.
Prepare the system for service.
1.
See "Preparing for Service" on page
2. Attach an antistatic wrist strap, unpack the PCIe card or PCIe filler, and place on
an antistatic mat.
3. Remove any transceivers from the PCIe card before installing the card.
4. Ensure that the server is powered off and all power cords are disconnected from
the server power supplies.
See "Removing Power From the Server" on page
5. Determine which slot to install the PCIe card in.
If you are not replacing an existing PCIe card and need information about deciding which slot
to install the card in, see
6. Open the PCIe card locking mechanism for this PCIe card slot.
The locking mechanism might already be disengaged if you removed a PCIe card or filler from
that slot.
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This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to ESD. This
"ESD Measures" on page
Always update optional PCIe card firmware to the latest supported version. Refer to the
"PCIe Card Configuration" on page
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