Install a PCIe adapter

Use this information to install a PCIe adapter on the system board or the riser assembly.

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Note

Your server supports the PCIe slot 5 when two processors are installed.
PCIe slot 6 does not support PCIe adapters with external mini-SAS HD connectors.
Only use PCIe adapters provided by Lenovo. Lenovo makes no warranty regarding non-Lenovo products or services. For a list of supported PCIe adapters, see: Lenovo ServerProven website.
When installing Ethernet adapters with RJ-45 connectors, observe the following installation sequence:
Table 1. Installation sequence of Ethernet adapters with RJ-45 connectors
Number of installed processor PCIe slot
One processor 4, 2, 6, 3, 1
Two processors 4, 2, 6, 3, 5, 1

Table 1. Installation sequence of Ethernet adapters with RJ-45 connectors
Number of installed processor	PCIe slot
One processor	4, 2, 6, 3, 1
Two processors	4, 2, 6, 3, 5, 1

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