Hardware Installation
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2. Shut down your system if active.
3. After shutting down the system, turn off power and unplug the cord.
4. Remove the card from its package.
5. Please note that the card must be placed on an antistatic surface.
6. Check the card for visible signs of damage. Do not attempt to install the card if damaged.
3.4
Bracket Installation Instructions
The card and auxiliary connection card are usually shipped with tall brackets installed. If this
form factor is suitable for your requirements, you can skip the remainder of this section and
move to
Section 3.5, “Card Installation Instructions”, on page 18
. If you need to replace them
with the short bracket that is included in the shipping box, please follow the instructions in this
section.
To replace the brackets you will need the following parts:
• The new brackets of the proper height
• The 2 screws saved from the removal of the brackets
3.4.1 Removing the Existing Bracket
1. Remove the two screws holding the bracket in place. The bracket comes loose from the card.
2. Save the two screws.
3.4.2 Installing the New Bracket
1. Place the bracket onto the card until the screw holes line up.
2. Screw on the bracket using the screws saved from the bracket removal procedure above.
3. Make sure that the LEDs on the adapter card are aligned onto the bracket holes.
4. Use a torque driver to apply up to 2 lbs-in torque on the screws
Due to risk of damaging the EMI gasket, it is not recommended to replace the bracket more
than three times.
Be careful not to put stress on the LEDs on the adapter card.
Do not force the bracket onto the adapter card. You may have to gently push the LEDs
using a small screwdriver to align the LEDs with the holes in the bracket.
