
Connecting Hardware Devices
CPU modules
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1
If the server is in operation, shut it down. Remove the outer cover and server panels.
For instructions, see
Removing and replacing the server panels
on page 39.
2
Remove two screws and the PCI bracket, and the PCI card if used.
Removing the PCI bracket
3
Remove the screw securing the PCI riser card and then carefully lift the riser card
out of its slot on the motherboard.
Disconnect the cable attached to the riser card.
Removing the riser card
CAUTION: Installing a CPU module while the server is ON could cause damage to
the server or the CPU module.
CPU modules can be seriously damaged by static electricity. Wear a wrist or heel
ground cable to discharge static electricity carried on your body. If such equipment
is not available, touch a grounded metal object to discharge static electricity before
working with sensitive electronic components.