Note: To maintain proper system cooling, do not operate the server without a PCIe riser or a rise filler 
installed in the chassis.
Watch the procedure. A video of the installation and removal process is available: 
•  YouTube: 
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-BXei6L6c05osQVLt4w5XYx
•  Youku: https://list.youku.com/albumlist/show/id_59636529
Procedure
Step 1.  Prepare your server. 
a.  Remove the top cover. See “Remove the top cover” on page 225.
b.  Remove the PCIe riser. See “Remove a PCIe riser” on page 183 .
c.  Remove the PCIe adapter or serial port cable. See “Remove a PCIe adapter” on page 187 or 
“Remove the serial port module” on page 212.
Step 2.  Unfasten the four screws to remove the PCIe riser board from the PCIe riser cage. 
Figure 134. Removing the riser board
After you finish 
If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use 
any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
Install a PCIe riser board
Follow instructions in this section to install a PCIe riser board to the rear PCIe riser.
About this task
Attention:
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