Make sure that all server power cords are disconnected from their power sources before performing
this procedure.
Before you install the riser for slots 1 through 4 option:
1. If the I/O tray is installed in the server, remove it. See “Remove the I/O tray” on page 152.
2. Make sure that there is no screw (item 2 in following figure) securing the I/O tray board to the I/O tray in a
location where a captive riser screw will be installed.
3. Make sure that there are no I/O-tray fillers installed in riser slots 1 through 4.
4. Install adapters in the riser. See “Install a PCIe adapter in slots 1 through 4” on page 68.
5. If any of the adapters in the riser have internal cables, make sure that they are connected before
installing the riser in the I/O tray.
Complete the following steps to install the riser for slots 1 through 4.
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 41. Riser for slots 1 through 4 (left riser) installation
Step 1. Align the riser with the I/O tray and insert it; then, press the riser into the I/O tray until the connector
is fully seated.
Step 2. Tighten the two captive screws (items 4 in preceding figure) that secure the riser to the I/O tray
board.
If you have no other options to install in the I/O tray after installing the riser for slots 1 through 4, install the I/O
tray in the chassis. See “Install the I/O tray” on page 153.
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