Table 27. Systems supporting three PCIe expansion cards
Riser
PCIe Slot Processor
Connection
Height
Length
Link
Width
Slot Width
1
1
Processor 2
Low Profile
Half Length
x16
x16
1
2
Processor 2
Low Profile
Half Length
x8
x16
3
3
Processor 1
Low Profile
Half Length
x16
x16
NOTE: You must install both processors to use riser 1 slots.
Table 28. Systems supporting two PCIe expansion cards
Riser
PCIe Slot Processor
Connection
Height
Length
Link
Width
Slot Width
2
1
Processor 1
Low Profile
Half Length
x8
x16
Processor 2
Low Profile
Half Length
x16
x16
NOTE: Only a three-fourth length card is supported for the PCIe expansion card slot (slot 2) on riser
3.
NOTE: For a server with three PCIe cards, only MiniSAS HD third party cards are supported in slot 3.
For a server with two PCIe cards, only MiniSAS HD third party cards are supported in slot 1.
NOTE: You can install expansion cards only on one slot on riser 2.
The following table provides a guide for installing expansion cards to ensure proper cooling and
mechanical fit. The expansion cards with the highest priority must be installed first using the slot priority
indicated. All other expansion cards must be installed in the specified card priority and slot priority order.
Table 29. Expansion-card installation priority
Card Priority
Card Type
Systems Supporting up to 3 PCIe Expansion Cards
Slot Priority
Max Allowed
1
PCIe Bridge
1
1
2
10 Gb NICs
3, 2, 1
3
3
1 Gb NICs
3, 2, 1
3
4
Integrated RAID
Integrated Slot
1
5
NDC
Integrated Slot
1
Removing an expansion card
Prerequisites
1.
Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions section.
2.
Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You must 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.
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