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Note – You can install all supported types of PCIe cards into any vacant PCI slot,
with the exception of PCI slot 1. Due to size restrictions, you cannot install a SAS
RAID host bus adapter (HBA) PCIe card into PCI slot 1.
You install the PCIe cards on the servers vertical PCIe risers, which are adjacent to
the PCI slots. For the location of the PCI slots, see
FIGURE 1-5 and FIGURE 1-6.
In addition to the PCIe card, the installation kit includes applicable host bus adapter
installation information that you should reference for additional installation
instructions.
▼ Install a PCIe Card
Caution – This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to
static discharge. This sensitivity can cause the component to fail. To avoid damage,
ensure that you follow antistatic practices as described in “Performing Electrostatic
Discharge and Antistatic Prevention Measures” on page 21.
Caution – Ensure that all power is removed from the server before removing or
installing expansion cards. You must disconnect the power cables before performing
this procedure.
1. Attach an antistatic wrist strap.
See “ESD Handling Procedure” on page 22.
2. Prepare the server to install options.
See “Preparing the Server to Install Options” on page 22.
3. Unpack the PCIe card and place it on an antistatic mat.
4. Determine the PCI slot into which you intend to install the PCIe card.
Note – You can install all supported types of PCIe cards into any vacant PCI slot,
with the exception of PCI slot 1. Due to size restrictions, you cannot install a SAS
RAID host bus adapter (HBA) PCIe card into PCI slot 1.
5. Remove the server back panel crossbar (see
FIGURE 2-10 and FIGURE 2-11).
a. Loosen the captive Phillips screw on each end of the back panel crossbar.
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