Pci Riser-Card Adapter Connectors; Installation Guidelines - IBM System x3755 M3 7164 Installation And User Manual

PCI riser-card adapter connectors

The following illustration shows the connectors on the PCI riser cards for
user-installable PCI adapters.

Installation guidelines

Attention:
the server is powered-on might cause the system 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 removing or installing a hot-swap
device.
Before you install optional devices, read the following information:
v Make sure that the devices that you are installing are supported. For a list of
v Read the safety information that begins on page vii and "Handling static-sensitive
v When you install your new server, take the opportunity to download and apply
v Observe good housekeeping in the area where you are working. Place removed
v Do not attempt to lift an object that you think is too heavy for you. If you have to
v Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical
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Slot 4 PCIe2 x8
(8, 4, 1)
Static electricity that is released to internal server components when
supported optional devices for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/systems/info/
x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/.
devices" on page 30. This information will help you work safely.
the most recent firmware updates. This step will help to ensure that any known
issues are addressed and that your server is ready to function at maximum levels
of performance. To download firmware updates for your server, go to
http://www.ibm.com/support/fixcentral/.
Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated
code updates. If the device is part of a cluster solution, verify that the latest level
of code is supported for the cluster solution before you update the code.
For additional information about tools for updating, managing, and deploying
firmware, see the ToolsCenter for System x and BladeCenter at
http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp.
covers and other parts in a safe place.
lift a heavy object, observe the following precautions:
– Make sure that you can stand safely without slipping.
– Distribute the weight of the object equally between your feet.
– Use a slow lifting force. Never move suddenly or twist when you lift a heavy
object.
– To avoid straining the muscles in your back, lift by standing or by pushing up
with your leg muscles.
outlets for the server, monitor, and other devices.
Slot 1 PCIe2 x16
(16, 8, 4, 1)
Slot 2 PCIe2 x8
(8, 4, 1)
Slot 3 PCIe x4
(8, 4, 1)