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Remove a PCIe adapter

Follow the instructions in this section to remove a PCIe adapter.

About this task

To avoid potential danger, read and follow the following safety statements.
  • S002
    disconnect all power
    CAUTION
    The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.
Attention
Note

  • Depending on the specific type, your PCIe adapter and expansion kit components might look different from the illustration in this section.

  • Use any documentation that comes with the PCIe adapter and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this section.

Procedure

  1. Make preparation for this task.
    1. Remove the expansion kit from the node. See Remove the expansion kit.
    2. Remove the expansion top cover. See Remove the expansion top cover.
  2. Remove a PCIe adapter.
    1. Remove the screws that secure the PCIe adapter bracket to the expansion kit.
    2. Hold the PCIe adapter by its edges, and carefully pull it out of the slot.
    Figure 1. Removing a PCIe adapter

After you finish

  1. Install the PCIe adapter to the PCIe slot. See Install the PCIe adapter.

  2. 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.