Installing Adapters
Read "Safety Considerations" on page 33.
1. If you have not already done so, shut down the system as described in "Stopping
the System Unit" on page 34.
2. If you have not already done so, unplug the system unit power cables from the
electrical outlets.
3. If your server is a Model 6C1 (rack mount), place the server in the service position
as described in "Placing the Model 6C1 in the Service Position" on page 35.
4. If you have not already done so, remove the service access cover as described in
"Removing the Service Access Covers" on page 37.
5. Determine which PCI adapter expansion slot you will use for the adapter.
Note: Check the instructions that were provided with the adapter for any
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requirements or restrictions. See the PCI Adapter Placement Reference ,
order number SA38-0538, for more information.