Figure 138. Disassembling the serial port module
a.
Loosen the two screws.
b.
Pull out the serial port cable from the bracket.
After you finish
1. Install a new serial port module, a PCIe adapter, or a PCIe slot bracket to cover the place. See
serial port module" on page 189
2. If you are instructed to return the old serial port module, follow all packaging instructions and use any
packaging materials that are provided.
Install a serial port module
Use this information to install a serial port module.
About this task
Attention:
• Read
"Installation Guidelines" on page 45
work safely.
• Power off the server and disconnect all power cords for this task.
• Prevent exposure to static electricity, which might lead to system halt and loss of data, by keeping static-
sensitive components in their static-protective packages until installation, and handling these devices with
an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system.
• Read the
"PCIe slots and adapters" on page 50
correct PCIe slot.
Watch the procedure
A video of this procedure is available at YouTube:
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Procedure
Step 1.
Touch the static-protective package that contains the component to any unpainted surface on the
outside of the server. Then, take the component out of the package and place it on a static-
protective surface.
Step 2.
Use a 5 mm wrench to install the serial port cable into the bracket.
and
"Install a PCIe adapter" on page
and
"Safety inspection checklist" on page 46
to ensure that you install the serial port module to a
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