PCIe card
This section describes how to remove and install a PCIe card.
Removing a PCIe card
1.
Disconnect power from the workstation (see
Predisassembly procedures on page 74
).
2.
Remove the side access panel (see
Removing the side access panel on page 76
).
3.
Remove the expansion card support (see
Removing the expansion card support on page 78
).
4.
Remove all cables connected to the PCIe card.
5.
Raise the rear retention clamp by lifting the metal bar or the green lever as shown in the following
figure. If necessary, disconnect the auxiliary power cable (not illustrated).
Figure 5-94
Removing a PCIe card
6.
Release the PCIe card latch
2
, and then carefully lift the card from the chassis .
TIP:
Store the card in an antistatic bag.
7.
If you are removing a PCIe card without a release lever, lift the card out of the slot.
8.
If you are not installing a PCIe card, install a PCI slot cover and close the expansion card retention
clamp. The retention clamp is secured by the expansion card support.
NOTE:
It is normal for the expansion card retention clamp to have a slight (5-10 degree) angle
when closed. If the angle is greater than this, open the clamp and ensure that all cards are properly
seated and all the brackets are mated to the chassis, then re-close the clamp.
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