The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the
electrical current that is supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power
cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected
from the power source.
CAUTION:
Make sure that all server power cords are disconnected from their power sources before performing
this procedure.
Before you remove the riser bracket:
1. Disconnect and label all cables connected to adapters in the I/O tray; then, remove the I/O tray. See
“Remove the I/O tray” on page 152.
2. Remove the riser for slots 10 through 15 (right riser). See “Remove the riser for slots 10 through 15 (right
riser)” on page 171.
3. Remove any adapters that are installed in slots 14 or 15. See “Remove a PCIe adapter from slots 10
through 15” on page 114.
Complete the following steps to remove the riser bracket.
Watch the procedure. A video of the installation process is available:
• Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-DbSYJFY74PoKmph7vgrkKH&playnext=1
• Youku: http://list.youku.com/albumlist/show/id_50952215
Figure 104. Riser bracket removal (slots 14 and 15)
Step 1. Open the retaining clips.
Step 2. Slide the bracket from the riser.
After you remove the riser bracket:
Remove the riser for slots 16 and 17
The riser for adapter slots 16 and 17 is in the I/O tray that is accessed from the rear of the server. After
removing the I/O tray, loosen the captive screw that secures the riser to the I/O tray; then, remove the riser
from the I/O tray.
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