Tools: – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver (only for replacing the slot
bracket)
Note on network settings recovery
When replacing network controllers or the system board, 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 or the system board.
Preliminary steps
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"Locating the defective server" on page 43
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"Suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 71.
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If applicable, ensure to note down your current network settings.
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"Shutting down the server" on page 45.
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"Disconnecting the power cord" on page 46.
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If applicable, disconnect external cables from the expansion card.
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"Getting access to the component" on page 48.
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"Locating the defective component" on page 44.
Removing an expansion card
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Remove the expansion card, see "Removing expansion cards" on page 203.
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If the slot bracket on the defective expansion card is to be reused, remove it
from the expansion card, see "Removing a slot bracket" on page 186.
Installing an expansion card
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If applicable, install the slot bracket, see "Installing the slot cover" on
page 204.
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Install the expansion card, see "Installing expansion cards" on page 195.
Expansion cards and backup units
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