Due to risk of damaging the EMI gasket, it is not recommended to replace the bracket more
than three times.
Please note that the following figures are for illustration purposes only.
Bracket Replacement Instructions
The card is usually shipped with an assembled high-profile bracket. If this form factor is suitable for
your requirements, you can skip the remainder of this section and move to Installation Instructions
. If
you need to replace the high-profile bracket with the short bracket that is included in the shipping box,
please follow the instructions in this section.
To replace the bracket you will need the following parts:
•
The new brackets of the proper height
•
The 2 screws saved from the removal of the bracket
Removing the Existing Bracket
1.
Using a torque driver, remove the two screws holding the bracket in place.
2.
Separate the bracket from the ConnectX-5 card.
3.
Save the two screws.
Installing the New Bracket
1.
Place the bracket onto the card until the screw holes line up.
2.
Screw on the bracket using the screws saved from the bracket removal procedure above.
Installation Instructions
This section provides detailed instructions on how to install your adapter card in a system.
1.
Before installing the card, make sure that the system is off and the power cord is not connected
to the server. Please follow proper electrical grounding procedures.
2.
Open the system case.
Use a torque driver to apply up to 2 lbs-in torque on the screws.
Do not force the bracket onto the adapter card.
Be careful not to put stress on the LEDs on the adapter card.
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