9.6.3 Replacing an expansion card
Upgrade and Repair Unit
(URU)
Hardware: 10 minutes
Software: 5 minutes
Tools: Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver (for cover 2)
Note on network settings recovery
When replacing network controllers, network configuration settings in
the OS will be lost and replaced by default values. This applies to all
static IP address and LAN teaming configurations.
Ensure to note down your current network settings before replacing a
network controller.
Preliminary steps
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"Locating the defective server" on page 97
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If applicable, "Configuring LAN teaming" on page 112.
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"Suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 81.
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If applicable,"Removing the front cover with lock" on page 45.
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"Shutting down the server" on page 46.
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"Disconnecting the power cord" on page 47.
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"Getting access to the component" on page 48.
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"Locating the defective component" on page 44.
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If applicable, "Removing a riser module" on page 63.
Removing the defective expansion card
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Remove the expansion card, see "Removing the expansion card" on
page 200.
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If the slot bracket on the defective expansion card is to be reused, remove it
from the expansion card, see "Handling slot brackets" on page 175.
Expansion cards and backup units
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