Pcie Expansion Cards - Supermicro A+ Server AS -1015SV-WTNRT User Manual

3.9 PCIe Expansion Cards

The system accepts one low-profile and two full-height full-length expansion cards, mounted
on riser cards and brackets.
Figure 3-14. Expansion Card Slots in the Chassis
Item Description
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One PCIe 5.0 x16 full-height full-length slot for a PCIe expansion card
2 One PCIe 5.0 x16 full-height full-length slot for a PCIe expansion card
3 One PCIe 5.0 x16 low-profile slot for a PCIe expansion card
Installing an Expansion Card
1. Power down the system as described in section 3.1. Remove the chassis from the rack
and seat it on a work bench (safety area). Then open the chassis cover as described in
section 3.2.
2. Slightly pull the riser bracket up from the CPU side first, then vertically pull up the riser
bracket by applying even pressure to both ends. (Please refer to Figure 3-16.)
3. Install the add-on expansion cards into their slots on the riser cards, in the riser bracket.
Screws are not necessary.
4. Insert the expansion card into slot(s) on the riser card while aligning the expansion card
backplate with the open slot in the rear of the chassis. Flip the small metal lever to
secure the add-on card.
Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation
Expansion Slot Locations
Figure 3-15. Top Load Riser Bracket
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