Installing the 2P pass-through performance board
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
• T-10 Torx screwdriver
• The components included with the hardware option kit
Procedure
1.
on page 32.
2.
Remove all power:
a.
Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b.
Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3.
Do one of the following:
• Extend the server from the rack (
Extending the server from the rack
on page 32).
• Remove the server from the rack (
Removing the server from the rack
4.
on page 36).
CAUTION:
Do not operate the server for long periods with the access panel open or removed. Operating the
server in this manner results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can lead to thermal
damage.
5.
Remove the primary PCIe riser cage (
6.
If installed, remove the butterfly riser cage (
on page 39).
7.
Remove the air baffle (
on page 40).
8.
Remove the covers protecting the upper processor mezzanine power and signal connectors. To locate
these connectors, see
on page 24.
9.
Install the pass-through board.
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