Install the PCIe fan and air baffle .
The flash-backed write cache (FBWC) feature of some storage controllers requires the energy pack option.
For more information, see the controller QuickSpecs on the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website (https://www.hpe.com/info/qshttps://www.hpe.com/info/qs).
Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have the following items available:
Compatible controller cable option
T-15 Torx screwdriver
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CAUTION:CAUTION: A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor might damage system boards or other static-
sensitive devices. To prevent damage, observe antistatic precautions.
CAUTION:CAUTION:
To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless all PCIe slots have either an expansion
slot cover or an expansion card installed.
ProcedureProcedure
1. Power down the server.
2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.
4. Do one of the following:
If the server is in tower mode, place the server on a flat, level surface with the access panel facing up.
If the server is in rack mode, remove the server from the rack .
5. Remove the access panel .