Installing the PCIe mezzanine card
Prerequisites
CAUTION:
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple
repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team.
Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that are shipped with your product.
NOTE:
You must remove the PCIe mezzanine card to replace a faulty PCIe mezzanine card.
1
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2
Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3
If connected, disconnect all external storage devices.
4
If connected, disconnect all USB devices.
5
Remove the SSD cage.
6
Remove the PCIe mezzanine card.
7
Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
Steps
1
To install the PCIe mezzanine card:
a Place the SSD cage upside down with the USB ports to your right.
b Slide the PCIe mezzanine card on to the SSD cage.
c Secure the card in place with the screws.
d Install the PCIe mezzanine card bridge.
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the PCIe mezzanine card, you must hold the card only by its edges.
2
To install the SSD cage base cover :
a Slide the SSD cage base cover into place.
b Secure the SSD cage base cover to the SSD cage.
3
Align the guide slots on the SSD cage with the guide pins on the chassis.
4
Press down the SSD cage till the connectors on the SSD cage completely engage with the corresponding connectors on the system
board.
Installing and removing sled components
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