Graphic Card Option; Installing A Graphic Card Adapter Option - HP ProLiant ML350p Gen8 User Manual

For tower models, install the bezel.
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For rack models, if removed, install the security bezel (on page 21).
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Graphic card option

The server supports up to three graphic card options. The server supports up to two double-wide graphic
cards.
For optimal performance, HP recommends that you install graphic card options in PCI slots 3, 6, or 8.
HP recommends the following:
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If the graphic card is populated in PCI slot 3, do not use PCI slot 2.
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If a single-wide graphic card is populated in PCI slot 8, do not use PCI slot 9.
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In a single-processor configuration, HP recommends installing the graphic card in PCI slot 3.
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In a two-processor configuration, HP recommends installing the graphic card in PCI slot 6.
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If a third graphic card is installed, HP recommends installing the third graphic card in PCI slot 8.

Installing a graphic card adapter option

Do one of the following:
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For tower models, open and remove the bezel
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For rack models, if installed, remove the security bezel (on page 21).
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Power down the server (on page 20).
2.
Remove all power:
3.
Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
a.
Disconnect each power cord from the server.
b.
Do one of the following:
4.
For tower models, place the server on a flat, level surface with the access panel facing up.
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For rack models, extend the server from the rack (on page 24).
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Remove the access panel (on page 23).
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Remove the air baffle (on page 25).
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Remove the fan cage.
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Select the appropriate PCIe slot to install the graphic card adapter.
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("Remove the tower bezel" on page 21).
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