HPE Nimble Storage HF Series Hardware Manual page 92

Note: If you are installing a quad port 10Gb SFP+ NIC card, you must remove the transceivers from the ports
before attempting to the install the card.
7. Insert the new PCIe card.
a) Insert the new PCIe card into the card slot.
b) Swing the thumbscrew next to the card into the closed position and tighten.
Tip: You can temporarily remove the SFPs and the rubber port covers on the new PCIe card to make it easier to
angle the card into the slot.
Note: After the card is successfully installed, reinsert the transceiver into the port if you removed it.
8. Reinsert the PCIe card holder.
a) Rotate the card holder 45 degrees clockwise and line up the top most PCIe card with the plastic tabs.
b) Insert the card holder in the direction of the arrow until it hits the rear stop.
c) Twist the card holder into place ensuring the rubber tabs engage all PCIe cards properly.
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