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Replace a DPCC
Replace a DPCC
Perform this procedure to replace a failed DPCC.
Before You Begin
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For component serviceability, locations, and designations, see “Component Locations, and
Designations” on page 79 .
1. Remove the DPCC. See “Remove a DPCC” on page 185 .
2.
Remove the PCIe cards. See “Remove a PCIe Card” on page 188 .
3. Install the PCIe cards in the replacement DPCC. See “Install a PCIe
Card” on page 190 .
4.
Install the DPCC into the server. See “Install a DPCC” on page 193 .
Note - The DPCC install procedure includes instructions for using the ATTN buttons on the
DPCC to alert the OS.
See Also ■
“Returning the Server to Operation” on page 235
PCIe Card and DPCC Reference
This section contains reference information for PCIe cards and DPCCs, including DPCC
population rules.
Server PCIe Card Capabilities
The server contains nine low-profile PCIe slots, eight Gen 3 DPCC slots accessible at the
rear of the server and one Gen 2 slot, which is located internally (and not directly accessible)
on the system module (SMOD). This internal slot is used for server HBA and provides SAS
connectivity to the server storage drives.
Dual PCIe Card Carriers (DPCCs)
The server contains eight hot-service PCIe Gen 3 DPCCs. Each DPCC has two low-profile
PCIe Gen 3 slots, an 8-lane slot and a 16-lane slot. Each DPCC can contain up to two PCIe
cards.
196 Oracle Server X5-8 Service Manual • December 2015