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Install a rear I/O module

Follow instructions in this section to install a rear I/O module.

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.

  • Touch the static-protective package that contains the component to any unpainted metal surface on the node and chassis; then, take the component out of the package and place it on a static-protective surface.

Procedure

  1. Install the rear I/O module to the node.
    1. Align the screw holes on the rear I/O module with the screw holes on the bottom of the node; then, lower the rear I/O module and slightly push it toward the rear into place.
    2. Tighten the three screws as illustrated to secure the rear I/O module.
      Note
      Make sure that the standoffs are securely seated in the holes of the rear I/O module as illustrated.
      Figure 1. Installation of the rear I/O module
      Rear I/O module removal
  2. Reconnect the cables to the rear I/O module.
    1. Route and connect the cable between the rear I/O module and the system board (see Rear I/O and OCP module cable routing).
    2. Secure the grounding cable onto the rear I/O module standoff with a screw as illustrated.
    Figure 2. Installation of the rear I/O cable and grounding cable
    Installation of the rear I/O cable and grounding cable

After you finish

  1. If necessary, reinstall the PCIe riser assembly to the node and reconnect the required PCIe cables to the system board (see Install a PCIe riser assembly and Internal cable routing).

  2. If necessary, reinstall the GPU air duct (see Install a GPU air duct).
  3. Make sure that all the required cables are routed and connected correctly; then, reinstall the top cover (see Install the top cover).
  4. Reinstall the node into the chassis (see Install a node to the chassis).
  5. Make sure that the required power supply units are installed and power cords are connected; then, power on the node (see Install a hot-swap power supply and Power on the node).
  6. Proceed to complete the parts replacement (see Complete the parts replacement).

Demo video

Watch the procedure on YouTube