Install/Replace A Pcie Expansion Card; Install/Replace A Low-Profile Pcie Card - Silicon Graphics InfiniteStorage C1104-GP6 System User's Manual

Install/Replace a PCIe Expansion Card

Install/Replace a Low-profile PCIe Card

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Confirm that you have the correct PCIe card for your chassis and the card includes a standard
bracket. The following type cards are supported in the server chassis:
• One low-profile PCIe 3.0 x8 card (above the VGA connector)
• Two full-height PCIe 3.0 x16 cards (right-rear)
Tip: Check with your SGI sales or service representative for the latest information on optional
PCIe cards available for the slots.
IPMI LAN Port
Power Supplies (2)
COM Port
USB Ports 0, 1 (2.0)
Figure 6-9 Rear PCIe Slot Positions
Use the following steps and illustration to install or replace a low-profile x8 PCIe card at the rear
of the system:
1. Remove the chassis cover and disconnect both the power cables from the server.
2. Confirm that you have the correct size and type of PCIe expansion card (low-profile).
3. Remove the screw securing the low-profile PCIe slot cover at the rear of the chassis and slide
it sideways to remove from the chassis.
4. Select the appropriate riser connector for your low-profile card. Note that the low-profile
riser card uses a x16 connector.
Low-profile x8 PCIe (3.0) slot
UID
VGA Port
Ethernet LAN Ports (2)
USB Ports 2, 3 (3.0)
Install/Replace a PCIe Expansion Card
Full-height x16 PCIe (3.0) slots
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