Figure 19. Removing the mezzanine card
a. mezzanine card (2)
b. connector (2)
c. ridge area on the retention latch
Next steps
1. Install the mezzanine card.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related tasks
Installing the mezzanine card
Before working inside your system
After working inside your system
Related reference
Safety instructions
Installing the mezzanine card
Prerequisites
CAUTION:
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and
simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and
support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow
the safety instructions that came with the product.
NOTE:
You must remove the mezzanine card to replace a faulty mezzanine card or service other components inside the
system.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section.
2. Remove the mezzanine card.
Steps
1. Open the retention latch by pressing the ridged area on the retention latch with your thumb and lifting the end of the latch.
2. If present, remove the connector cover from the mezzanine card bay.
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the mezzanine card, you must hold the card only by its edges.
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