Step 2. Install The Adapter Hardware - Qlogic 8200 Series User Manual

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Step 2. Install the Adapter Hardware

Step 2. Install the Adapter Hardware
To install the adapter hardware, you need to open the computer and locate the
appropriate bus slot. If necessary, consult your computer system manual for
instructions on how to remove the computer cover.
Follow these steps to install the adapter hardware:
1. Power off the computer and all attached devices such as monitors, printers,
and external components.
2. Disconnect the power cable.
3. Remove the computer cover and find an empty PCIe
4. Pull out the slot cover (if any) by removing the screw or releasing the lever.
5. Install the low-profile bracket (if required).
6. Grasp the adapter by the top edge and seat it firmly into the appropriate slot
(see
ADAPTER
RETAINING
BRACKET
SLOT COVERS
Figure i Illustration of Server Motherboard and Slots
7. Refasten the adapter's retaining bracket using the existing screw or lever.
8. Close the computer cover.
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Figure i).
LEVER
SCREW
SYSTEM
CHASSIS
PRELIMINARY
x8 (or larger) bus slot.
®
ADAPTER
PCI EXPRESS
x8 (OR
LARGER) SLOT
REQUIRED
FOR QLOGIC
ADAPTERS.
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