Field Service Documentation
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Snap Server 700i Series
Replacing a PCI Card
Releasing the PCI Riser
Two thumbscrews hold the expansion cage in place, one on the rear of the chassis
and the other on the motherboard (see illustration). Loosen the thumbscrews (you
may need to use a screwdriver).
Replacing a SAS HBA
1
Carefully lift the riser but do not pull the SAS cable attached to the SAS card.
Invert the cage to expose the SAS connector on the card. Squeeze the buttons on
either side of the SAS cable connector and remove the cable.
2
Unscrew the bracket, grasp the old card firmly, and pull it out of the PCI slot.
3
Insert the new card, snap it in place, and screw in the PCI card bracket.
Thumbscrews