PCI blank
To remove the component:
Power down the server (on page 26).
1.
Remove all power:
2.
Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
a.
Disconnect each power cord from the server.
b.
Do one of the following:
3.
Extend the server from the rack (on page 27).
o
Remove the server from the rack (on page 27).
o
Remove the access panel
4.
Remove the screws, then remove the PCI blank.
5.
To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.
Primary PCIe riser board and cage
CAUTION:
all PCI slots have either an expansion slot cover or an expansion board installed.
To remove the component:
Power down the server (on page 26).
1.
Remove all power:
2.
Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
a.
Disconnect each power cord from the server.
b.
Do one of the following:
3.
Extend the server from the rack (on page 27).
o
Remove the server from the rack (on page 27).
o
("Access
panel" on page 33).
To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless
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