Sun Microsystems Sun Fire X4140, Service Manual

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Chapter 4 Servicing Motherboard Components 4-17
4.4.2 Removing PCIe Cards
Caution – Ensure that all power is removed from the server before removing or
installing expansion cards. You must disconnect the power cables before performing
this procedure.
1. Locate the PCIe card that you want to remove, and note its corresponding riser
board.
See Section 1.4, “Sun Fire X4140 Server Rear Panel Features” on page 1-9 for more
information about PCIe slots and their locations.
2. If necessary, make a note of where the PCIe cards are installed.
3. Unplug all data cables from the card.
Note the location of all cables for reinstallation later.
4. Remove the riser board (
FIGURE 4-9
).
See Section 4.3, “Servicing PCIe Risers” on page 4-13 .
5. Carefully remove the PCIe card from the riser board connector.
6. Place the PCIe card on an antistatic mat.
7. If you are not replacing the PCIe card, install a PCIe filler panel.
PCIe filler panels are located in the motherboard rear panel.
FIGURE 4-9
Removing a PCIe Card