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Removing an adapter in PCI expansion slot 4 or slot 5:
Use this information to remove an adapter in PCI expansion slot 4 or slot 5.
About this task
To remove an adapter in PCI expansion slot 4 or slot 5, complete the following
steps:
Procedure
1. Read the safety information that begins on “Safety” on page vii and
“Installation guidelines” on page 283.
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords;
then, remove the top cover (see “Removing the top cover” on page 146).
3. Press down on the left and right side latches and slide the server out of the
rack enclosure until both slide rails lock; then, remove the top cover (see
“Removing the top cover” on page 146).
4. Disconnect any cables from the adapter (make note of the cable routing, in case
you reinstall the adapter later).
5. Rotate the bracket to the open position.
6. Remove the screws if present.
7.
Carefully grasp the adapter by its top edge or upper corners, and pull the
adapter out of the connector.
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.
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2
Adapters
Brackets
Adapter connector (slot 4)
Adapter connector (slot 5)
Figure 117. Adapter removal
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