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Replacing the top cover
To install the top cover, complete the following steps:
1. Make sure that all internal cables are correctly routed.
2. Set the cover on top of the server so that approximately 13 mm (0.5 inch)
extends from the rear.
3. Make sure that the cover-release latch is up.
4. Slide the top cover forward and into position, pressing the release latch closed.
Removing an adapter
To remove an adapter, complete the following steps.
Adapter
retention latch
Adapter
retention bar
Pin
Pin hole
1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines”
on page 37.
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords and
all external cables.
3. Remove the top cover (see “Removing the top cover” on page 41).
4. Disconnect any cables from the adapter.
5. Open the adapter retention latch by lifting the front edge.
6. Lift open the adapter retention bar.
7. Carefully grasp the adapter by its top edge or upper corners, and pull the
adapter from the server.
8. If you are instructed to return the adapter, follow all packaging instructions, and
use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
Replacing the adapter
To install the replacement adapter, complete the following steps:
1. See the documentation that comes with the adapter for instructions for setting
jumpers or switches and for cabling.
Note: Route adapter cables before you install the adapter.
2. Carefully grasp the adapter by its top edge or upper corners, and align it with
the connector on the I/O board.
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