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Remove the PCIe riser assembly

Use this information to remove the PCIe riser assembly.

About this task

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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.
Attention

Procedure

  1. Remove the top cover. See Remove the top cover.
  2. Disconnect cables that are connected to the adapters.
  3. Grasp the PCIe riser assembly by its edges and carefully lift it out of the server.
    Note

    1. The following illustration might differ slightly from your hardware.

    2. Carefully lift the PCIe riser assembly straight up. Avoid tilting the PCIe riser assembly at a large angle, tilting might cause damage to the connector.

    Figure 1. PCIe riser assembly removal
    PCIe riser assembly removal

After you finish

  1. Install a replacement unit. See Install the PCIe riser assembly.

  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.

  3. If you need to disassemble the PCIe riser assembly for recycle, remove the two screws and carefully pull the PCIe riser card out of the riser cage.
    Attention
    You can only disassemble the PCIe riser assembly for recycle. Do not disassemble it for any other purposes.
    Figure 2. PCIe riser card removal
    PCIe riser card removal

Demo video

Watch the procedure on YouTube