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Internal cable routing

See this section to do cable routing for specific components.

Observe the following guidelines when connecting or disconnecting internal cables:

  • Turn off the server before connecting or disconnecting any internal cables.

  • See the documentation that comes with any external devices for additional cabling instructions.

  • Use the identifiers printed on the cables to locate the proper connectors.

  • Ensure that the cable is not pinched and does not cover any connectors or obstruct any components on the system board.

  • Ensure that the relevant cables pass through the cable clips.

    Cable holderRoute
    134Route to BP Pwr connector, Raid Pwr connector, and PCIe connectors (4, 5, 7, 8)
    2Route to intrusion switch cable
    567Route to FIO connector, LCD external connector, M.2 Pwr connector, VGA 2 connector, Front USB connector, PCIe connectors (1–3, 6, 9, 10), and Raid/HBA connectors
Attention
Strictly observe the following instructions to avoid damaging cable sockets on the system board. Any damage to the cable sockets might require replacing the system board.

  • Connect cable connectors vertically or horizontally in alignment with the orientations of the corresponding cable sockets, avoiding any tilt.

  • To disconnect cables from the system board, do as follows:

    1. Press and hold all latches, release tabs, or locks on cable connectors to release the cable connectors.

    2. Remove the cable connectors vertically or horizontally in alignment with the orientations of the corresponding cable sockets, avoiding any tilt.
      Note
      The cable connectors might look different from those in the illustration, but the removal procedure is the same.