HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen11 User Manual page 172

Prerequisites Prerequisites
Review the OCP slot population rules .
If you are installing an OCP NIC 3.0 x16 adapter in Slot 21, the OCP bandwidth upgrade cable is required.
Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have the following items available:
T-10 Torx screwdriver
Spudger or any small prying tool
About this task About this task
CAUTION: CAUTION: A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor might damage system boards or other static-
sensitive devices. To prevent damage, observe antistatic precautions.
CAUTION: CAUTION:
The port blank provides EMI shielding and helps maintain proper thermal status inside the server. Do not operate the server
when a port blank is removed without the corresponding I/O port option installed.
Procedure Procedure
1. Power down the server.
2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.
4. Remove the server from the rack.
5. Place the server on a flat, level work surface.
6. Remove the access panel .
7. To install an OCP NIC adapter in Slot 21, remove the primary riser cage.
8. To install an OCP NIC adapter in Slot 22, do one of the following:
Remove the secondary riser cage.
Remove the secondary riser cage blank.
HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen11 Server User Guide 172