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a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3.
Do one of the following:
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Extend the server from the rack.
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Remove the server from the rack .
4.
Remove the access panel.
5.
Remove the air baffle.
6.
Remove the fan cage.
7.
Remove the riser cage.
8.
Locate slot 3, and then remove the expansion slot blank.
9.
Install the 12G SAS expander card.
IMPORTANT: The 12G SAS expander card requires a controller. The server supports embedded,
type-a, and type-p Smart Array controllers. If using a type-p Smart Array controller, then install the
controller in slot 1.
10. Using the labels on each cable, connect the cables to the SAS expander.
For drive numbering, see "Drive bay numbering: SAS expander on page 33".
11. Install the riser cage.
12. Connect cables from the 12G SAS expander to the controller.
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