3. Carefully lay the compute node on a flat, static-protective surface, orienting the
compute node with the bezel pointing toward you.
About this task
The adapter-retention assembly consists of five separate parts. You can replace only
the parts that you choose and save the unused parts for future use.
Procedure
To install the adapter-retention assembly, complete the following steps.
Screws
Adapter retention
assemblies
1. Remove the cover (see “Removing the compute node cover” on page 498).
2. Remove the air baffles.
3. Carefully place the chassis on its side with the front handle side up.
4. Align the adapter-retention assembly on the system board.
5. Using a T9 Torx screwdriver, install the screws that secure the adapter-retention
assembly.
6. Carefully return the chassis to the bottom-side-down orientation.
7. Install the I/O expansion adapters, if you removed them (see “Installing an I/O
expansion adapter” on page 525).
8. Install the air baffles.
Attention: Install the air baffles with the arrow indicating airflow direction
pointing to the rear of the compute node.
What to do next
After you install the adapter-retention assembly, complete the following steps:
494 IBM Flex System x440 Compute Node Types 7917 and 2584: Installation and Service Guide