Idrac Ports Card (Optional); Removing The Idrac Ports Card - Dell PowerEdge T430 Owner's Manual

Next steps
1. Install the expansion card holder.
2. Install the cooling shroud.
3. Follow the procedure listed in
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iDRAC ports card (optional)

The iDRAC ports card consists of the SD vFlash card slot and an iDRAC port. The iDRAC ports card is used
for advanced management of the system.
An SD vFlash card is a Secure Digital (SD) card that plugs into the SD vFlash card slot in the system. It
provides persistent on-demand local storage and a custom deployment environment that allows
automation of server configuration, scripts, and imaging. It emulates USB device(s). For more information,
see the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals.

Removing the iDRAC ports card

Prerequisites
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. Ensure that you read the
2. Follow the procedure listed in
3. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver ready.
4. Remove the cooling shroud.
5. Remove the internal cooling fan.
Steps
1. Loosen the two captive screws securing the iDRAC ports card holder to the system board.
2. Pull the iDRAC ports card to disengage it from the connector and remove the card from the chassis.
After working inside your
Safety instructions.
Before working inside your
system.
system.
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