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Remove the PCIe riser card

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

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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.

About this task

Attention

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.
    3. Remove the PCIe adapter from the PCIe slot. See Remove a PCIe adapter.
  2. If applicable, disconnect all the cables from the riser card.
    Note
    This procedure is only applicable for the PCIe expansion kit installed with the Ethernet adapter.
  3. Remove the PCIe riser card.
    1. Remove the three screws located on the side of the PCIe expansion kit.
    2. Hold the riser card by its edge and remove it from the PCIe expansion kit.
      Figure 1. Removing the PCIe riser card

After you finish

  • Install a replacement unit. See Install the PCIe riser card.

  • 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.