Installing expansion boards
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the server or expansion boards, do not remove or install expansion
boards that are not hot-pluggable before powering down the server and disconnecting all AC power cords.
Remove the expansion slot cover
1.
Push back the retaining clip.
2.
Install the expansion board.
3.
Lock the PCI slot release lever and release the retaining clip if it does not automatically close and
4.
lock.
Connect any required internal or external cables to the expansion board. Refer to the documentation
5.
that ships with the expansion board for additional information.
("Removing an expansion slot
cover" on page 51).
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