Removal and Replacement Procedures
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Expansion Slot Cover (Slot 1)
To remove an expansion slot cover from slot 1:
1.
Power down the server. See the “Powering Down the Server” section in this chapter.
2.
Extend or remove the server from the rack. See the “Preparation Procedures” section in
this chapter.
3.
Remove the access panel. See the “Access Panel” section in this chapter.
4.
Remove the PCI riser cage. See the “PCI Riser Cage” section in this chapter.
5.
Remove the expansion slot thumbscrew
.
6.
Remove the expansion slot cover from slot 1
.
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Figure 2-34. Removing the expansion slot cover from slot 1
CAUTION:
Always install either an expansion board or an expansion slot cover. Operating the
server without an expansion board or slot cover results in improper airflow and cooling that can
lead to thermal damage.
Reverse steps 1 through 6 to replace the expansion slot cover.
