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7.
Remove the PCI latch by pushing up on the clear plastic piece of the PCI latch that extends below the
chassis under the latch.
To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.
Removing a PCI retaining clip
1. Power down the server (on page 27).
2. Extend or remove the server from the rack ("Extending the server from the rack" on page 26,
"Remove the server from the rack" on page 27).
3. Remove the access panel ("Removing the access panel" on page 28).
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 PCI latch, and unlock the PCI retaining clip.
5. Remove the expansion board from the slot, if installed.
6. Remove the PCI retaining clip.