Installing An Ibm Remote Supervisor Adapter Ii Slimline - IBM System x3800 Type 8865 User Manual

Installing an IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine

An optional IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine can be installed only in its
dedicated connector on the I/O board. See the illustration on page 16 for the
location of the connector on the I/O board. No cabling is required to install the
Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine.
Retention latch
To install the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine, complete the following steps:
1. Read the safety information that begins on page v and "Installation guidelines"
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords and
3. Unlock the front cover (tower model only), and remove the top cover (see
4. Note the location of the internal cables connected to the I/O board; then,
5. Open the retention latches and remove the I/O board from the server and place
6. Insert the front of the adapter into the front standoff; then, rotate the rear of the
7. Press the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine firmly into the connector.
8. Reinstall the I/O board in the server by aligning the board with the guides and
If you have other options to install or remove, do so now; otherwise, go to
"Completing the installation" on page 49.
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Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine connector
Rear standoff
on page 21.
all external cables necessary to remove the I/O board.
Attention: When you handle static-sensitive devices, take precautions to
avoid damage from static electricity. For details about handling these devices,
see "Handling static-sensitive devices" on page 22.
"Removing the front cover, top cover, and bezel" on page 23).
remove the cables from the I/O board and move them out of the way.
the I/O board on a flat, static-protective surface with the connectors facing up.
adapter into the rear standoff.
Attention: Incomplete insertion might cause damage to the server or the
adapter.
reconnect the internal cables to the I/O board.
Retention latch
Front standoff
Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine
I/O board