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3. Remove the PPM.
IMPORTANT: Always install a PPM when you install a processor. The system fails to boot if the
corresponding PPM is missing.
To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.
Removing a PCI latch
1. Power down the server (on page 29).
2. Extend or remove the server from the rack ("Extending the server from the rack" on page 27,
"Remove the server from the rack" on page 29).
3. Remove the access panel ("Removing the access panel" on page 29).
CAUTION: To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless
all expansion slots have either an expansion slot cover or an expansion board installed.
4. Open the latch.
5. Remove the expansion board from the slot, if installed.
6. Remove the expansion slot cover from the slot, if installed ("Removing the expansion slot cover" on
page 40).