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Attention:
the server is powered on might cause the server to halt, which might result in the
loss of data. To avoid this potential problem, always use an electrostatic-discharge
wrist strap or other grounding system when you work inside the server with the
power on.
To install a PCI Express adapter, complete the following steps.
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– Expansion slot 1 is x16, slot 2 is x8 (x4 lanes), and slots 3 through 6 are x8.
– Expansion slot 7 is a non-standard, 106-pin connector but accepts PCI
Express x8, x4, and x1 standard adapters.
– Expansion slots 1 through 4 are non-hot-plug, full-length PCI Express 2.0 and
can accept adapters up to 312.00 mm (12.28 inches) long.
– Expansion slots 5 through 7 are non-hot-plug, half-length PCI Express 2.0 and
can accept adapters up to 167.65 mm (6.6 inches) long.
Static electricity that is released to internal server components when
1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and "Installation guidelines"
on page 32.
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords
and all external cables.
3. Remove the server cover (see "Removing the top cover" on page 37) and
determine which PCI Express expansion slot you will use for the adapter.
4. See the documentation that comes with the adapter for instructions for setting
jumpers or switches and for cabling.
Note: Route adapter cables before you install the adapter.
Adapter
5. Push the adapter retention latch toward the rear of the server and open the
tab.
6. Remove the expansion-slot cover.
Attention:
When you install an adapter, avoid touching the components and
gold-edge connectors on the adapter. Make sure that the adapter is correctly
seated in the connector. Incorrectly seated adapters might cause damage to
the I/O board or to the adapter.
7. Touch the static-protective package that contains the adapter to any unpainted
surface on the outside of the server; then, grasp the adapter by the top edge
or upper corners of the adapter and remove it from the package.
Pin
Pin hole
Expansion
slot cover
Adapter
retention
latch
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