Removing an adapter
To remove a PCI Express adapter, complete the following steps:
1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and "Installation guidelines"
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and
3. Remove the cover (see "Removing the cover" on page 61).
4. Disconnect any cables from the adapter.
5. Grasp the riser-card assembly at the rear edge and lift to remove the riser-card
6. Place the riser-card assembly on a flat, static-protective surface.
7. Carefully grasp the adapter by its top edge or upper corners, and pull the
8. If you are instructed to return the adapter, follow all packaging instructions, and
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external cables.
PCI Express Adapter
assembly.
adapter from the riser-card assembly.
use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
Expansion
slot cover
Expansion
Riser-card
slot 1
assembly
Riser card
connector
Adapter
support
bracket