Figure 46. Installing the expansion card riser 3
1
riser guide-front
2
power connector (for GPU cards)
3
expansion card riser 3
4
riser guide-back
5
expansion card riser 3 connector
Next steps
1
Install the expansion card(s) into the expansion card risers 2 or 3.
2
Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your appliance section.
3
Install any device drivers required for the card as described in the documentation for the card.
GPU card installation guidelines
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Ensure that both the processors are installed.
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The processor must be of 135 W or less.
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The processor must use a GPU kit low-profile heat sink.
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Due to the high power consumption of GPUs, the ambient inlet temperature is restricted to 30°C to ensure adequate cooling when
one or more GPU cards are installed.
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Ensure that the GPU enablement kit is available.
The GPU enablement kit includes:
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Low-profile heat sinks
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Power cables for the GPU cards
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Filler brackets with closeout EMI shield for unoccupied PCIe slots
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All GPU cards must be of the same type and model.
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You can install up to two double-wide GPU cards.
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You can install up to two single-wide GPU cards.
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