Removal and Replacement Procedures
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4.
Press the PCI slot release lever to unlock it
.
5.
Open the PCI slot release lever
.
6.
Slide the expansion slot cover out of the slot
.
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1
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Figure 2-22. Removing the expansion slot cover from slot 3
CAUTION:
Always install either an expansion board or an expansion slot cover. Operating the
server without an expansion board or slot cover results in improper airflow and cooling that can
lead to thermal damage.
Reverse steps 1 through 6 to replace the expansion slot cover.