34. Replace the service access cover as described in “Service Access Cover Replacement (Model 6C4)”
on page 431 or “Service Access Cover Replacement (Model 6E4)” on page 437.
35. On a Model 6C4, put the system drawer back into the operating position as described in “Returning
the Model 6C4 to the Operating Position” on page 430.
36. Connect the adapter cables.
37. On a Model 6C4, route the cables through the cable-management arm.
38. On a Model 6C4, close the rack doors.
On a Model 6E4, close the bezel door.
Installing a Hot-Pluggable PCI Adapter
Note: This system supports PCI hot-pluggable adapters, so the system does not need to be shut down
and the power cables removed before adding or replacing an adapter.
To add or install an adapter, do the following:
1. On a Model 6C4, open the front and rear rack doors and place the system into the service position as
described in “Placing the Model 6C4 into the Service Position” on page 429.
On a Model 6E4, open the bezel door.
2. Remove the service access cover as described in “Service Access Cover Removal (Model 6C4)” on
page 431 or “Service Access Cover Removal (Model 6E4)” on page 436.
3. Refer to the PCI Adapter Placement Reference, order number SA38-0538, for information regarding
slot restrictions for adapters that can be used in this system.
4. If necessary, remove the adapter expansion slot shield.
5. Before handling any card, board, or memory DIMM, be sure to use your electrostatic discharge strap
to minimize static-electric discharge. Refer to “Handling Static-Sensitive Devices” on page 423.
6. If necessary, remove the adapter from the antistatic package.
Attention: Avoid touching the components and gold-edge connectors on the adapter.
7. Place the adapter, component-side up, on a flat, static-protective surface.
8. Set any jumpers or switches as described by the adapter’s manufacturer.
9. Refer to “PCI Hot-Plug Manager Access” on page 444, and follow the steps in the access procedure
to select PCI Hot Plug Manager. Then return here to continue.
10. From the PCI Hot-Plug Manager menu, select Add a PCI Hot-Plug Adapter and press Enter. The
Add a Hot-Plug Adapter window displays.
11. See the PCI Adapter Placement Reference, order number SA38-0538, for adapter placement
information. Then select an empty PCI slot for the adapter.
12. Select the appropriate empty PCI slot from the ones listed on the screen, and press Enter.
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