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1.
Power down the server (on page 26).
2. Extend or remove the server from the rack ("Extend the server from the rack" on page 26, "Remove
the server from the rack" on page 27).
3. Remove the access panel ("Access panel" on page 27).
4. Remove the PCI riser board assembly:
a. Disconnect external cables connected to any existing expansion boards.
b. Loosen the four PCI riser board assembly thumbscrews.
c. Lift the assembly to unseat the PCI riser boards and remove the assembly.
5. Remove any existing expansion boards ("PCI-X or PCI Express expansion board" on page 34).
To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.
PCI-X or PCI Express expansion board
To remove the component:
1. Power down the server (on page 26).
2. Extend the server from the rack, if applicable ("Extend the server from the rack" on page 26).
3. Remove the access panel ("Access panel" on page 27).
4. Remove the PCI riser board assembly ("PCI riser board assembly" on page 33).