Removing An Integrated Storage Controller Card - Dell PowerEdge VRTX Owner's Manual

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Removing An Integrated Storage Controller Card

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform
troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or
telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your
warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
1. If installed, remove the front bezel.
2. Turn off the server modules using the operating system commands or the CMC.
3. Turn off the enclosure, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the enclosure from the electrical outlet
and peripherals.
4. To reduce the chassis weight, remove the following (if required):
a) hard drives
b) server modules
c) power supplies
5. If applicable, rotate the system feet inward and lay the system on its side on a flat stable surface, with the cover
release latch side on top.
6. Open the system.
7. Push down the two release levers at the edge of the card to disengage the card from the connector.
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The storage controller slot is operating normally.
The storage controller card is operating normally.
The storage controller card is in a fault condition.
The storage controller card is not receiving power.