10. Remove the expansion card:
a. Pivot the riser cage to vertical position.
b. Open the retention latch (callout 1).
c. Remove the expansion card screw (callout 2).
Retain the screw. The screw will be used to secure the new expansion card spare.
d. Remove the expansion card from the riser cage (callout 3).
ResultsResults
To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.
Removing and replacing a type-o storage controllerRemoving and replacing a type-o storage controller
About this taskAbout this task
CAUTION:CAUTION:
The port blank provides EMI shielding and helps maintain proper thermal status inside the server. Do not operate the server
when a port blank is removed without the corresponding I/O port option installed.
CAUTION:CAUTION:
Before replacing a DIMM, backplane, expansion card, riser board, or other similar PCA components due to a perceived
hardware error, make sure first that the component is firmly seated in the slot.
When installing the replacement component:
Observe antistatic precautions.
Handle the PCA only along the edges.
Do not touch the components and connectors on the PCA.
Do not bend or flex the PCA.
ProcedureProcedure
1. Power down the server.