Installing an I/O expansion adapter
Use this information to install an I/O expansion adapter in the PCIe Expansion Node.
Before installing an I/O expansion adapter, complete the following steps:
- Read Safety and Installation guidelines.
- If the PCIe Expansion Node is installed in a Flex System Enterprise Chassis, remove it (see Removing a PCIe Expansion Node and attached compute node host for instructions).
- Remove the PCIe Expansion Node cover, if one is installed (see Removing the cover).
Statement 21
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![Graphic illustrating Safety Statement 21](d3mm9elt.jpg)
CAUTION
Hazardous energy is present when the blade is connected to the power source. Always replace the blade cover before installing the blade.
To install an I/O expansion adapter in the PCIe Expansion Node, complete the following steps:
After installing an I/O expansion adapter, complete the following steps:
- Install additional PCIe adapters as needed:
- To install a full-height adapter, see Installing a full-height adapter
- To install a low-profile adapter, see Installing a low-profile adapter
- Close the PCIe Expansion Node cover and install the assembly in the Flex System Enterprise Chassis (see Completing the installation for instructions).
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