Sun Microsystems Ultra 5, Service Manual

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Chapter 8 Motherboard and Component Replacement 8-9
8.4 PCI Card
To remove and replace a PCI card, proceed as follows.
8.4.1 Removing a PCI Card
1. Power off the system, remove the system cover, and attach an antistatic wrist strap
as described in Chapter 5.
Caution –
Use proper ESD grounding techniques when handling components. Wear
an antistatic wrist strap and use an ESD-protected mat. Store ESD-sensitive
components in antistatic bags before placing them on any surface.
2. Remove the PCI card(s):
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Slots 1 and 3: Go to Step 3.
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Slot 2: Go to Step 4.
3. Remove the PCI card from PCI slots 1 or 3 as follows (
FIGURE 8-4
):
a. Using a No. 2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw securing the PCI card
bracket tab to the chassis.
Caution – To avoid damaging the card’s connector do not apply force to only one
end or one side of the card.
b. Grasp the two corners of the PCI card and pull the card straight out from the
motherboard connector.
c. Place the PCI card on an antistatic mat.