b.  Grasp the PCIe adapter by its edges and carefully pull it out of the PCIe adapter slot on the 
riser card.
Note: The procedure for removing a PCIe adapter is similar for different types of riser assembly. In 
this topic, the LP-FH riser assembly is used as an example.
After you finish
1.  Install a PCIe adapter or PCIe adapter filler. See “Install a PCIe adapter” on page 175.
2.  If you are instructed to return the old PCIe adapter, follow all packaging instructions and use any 
packaging materials that are provided.
Install a PCIe adapter
Use this information to install a PCIe adapter.
About this task
Attention: 
•  Read “Installation guidelines” on page 83 to ensure that you work safely.
•  Power off the server and disconnect all power cords for this task.
•  Prevent exposure to static electricity, which might lead to system halt and loss of data, by keeping static- 
sensitive components in their static-protective packages until installation, and handling these devices with 
an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system.
A video for this task is available at:  
•  YouTube: 
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-Cmxb8e4L4PvMQ7J5PxvuOK
•  Youku: https://list.youku.com/albumlist/show/id_59643656
Procedure
Step 1.  Touch the static-protective package that contains the PCIe adapter to any unpainted surface on 
the outside of the server. Then, take the PCIe adapter out of the package and place it on a static- 
protective surface.
Step 2.  Locate the correct PCIe slot for the PCIe adapter. For information about the PCIe slots and 
supported PCIe adapters, see “Rear view” on page 39.
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