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Remove the PCIe riser assembly

Follow instructions in this section to remove the PCIe riser assembly.

About this task

To avoid potential danger, make sure to read and follow the safety information.

Attention

Read Installation Guidelines and Safety inspection checklist to make sure that you work safely.

Procedure

  1. Make preparations for this task.
    1. Power off the node (see Power off the node); then, disconnect all external cables from the node.
    2. Remove the node from the chassis (see Remove a node from the chassis); then, carefully lay the node on a flat, static-protective surface, orienting the node with the front toward you.
    3. Remove the top cover (see Remove the top cover).
  2. Remove the PCIe riser assembly from the node.
    1. Loosen the captive screw that secures the PCIe riser assembly to the node.
    2. Carefully hold the PCIe riser assembly by its edges and lift it out of the node.
    3. Disconnect the PCIe riser power cable from the riser.
    Figure 1. Removal of the PCIe riser assembly
    PCIe riser assembly removal
  3. If necessary, disconnect all the PCIe riser cables from the system board (see Internal cable routing); then, lay the PCIe riser assembly on a flat, static-protective surface.

After you finish

  1. To replace a PCIe adapter, see Remove a PCIe adapter and Install a PCIe adapter.
  2. If necessary, replace or remove the PCIe riser card from the riser cage.
    Figure 2. Replacement of the PCIe riser card
    Replacement of the PCIe riser card
  3. Install a replacement unit or filler (see Install a PCIe riser assembly).
  4. If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.

Demo video

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