Installing an adapter 9
Installing an adapter in a server
See the HP ProLiant server documentation for additional information on how to safely install a PCI Express
card in the server.
CAUTION:
If the server is not PCI Hot Plug compliant, power it down and unplug the power
cord from the power outlet before removing the server access panel. Failure to do so may
damage the adapter or server.
1.
Power down the server.
2.
Remove the power cord and server access panel.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury from a hot component, allow the surface of
the option card to cool before touching it.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the
internal system components to cool before touching them.
3.
Identify the PCI Express option slot in which the adapter is to be installed. If a low profile option slot
is to be used, install the low profile bracket onto the adapter.
4.
Remove the cover bracket from the PCI Express slot.
5.
Firmly seat the adapter in the PCI Express slot and secure the adapter bracket.
NOTE:
For 1U type servers you may need to replace the standard profile bracket with a low
profile bracket. See Installing a low profile bracket.
6.
Replace the access panel and plug in the power cord.
Installing a low profile bracket
You may have to install a low profile bracket prior to the product installation. The low profile bracket
replaces the existing standard profile bracket shipped on the product.
