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Install the SXM GPU power distribution board

Follow instructions in this section to install the SXM GPU power distribution board.

About this task

Attention

  • Read Installation Guidelines and Safety inspection checklist to ensure that you work safely.

  • Touch the static-protective package that contains the component to any unpainted metal surface on the server; then, remove it from the package and place it on a static-protective surface.

Note
Prepare Phillips #1 head screwdriver for this task.

Procedure

  1. Make sure the power distribution board is installed in the chassis. See Install the power distribution board.
  2. Install the SXM GPU power distribution board.
    1. Align the SXM GPU power distribution board with guide slots in the two standoffs on the power distribution board; then, place the SXM GPU power distribution board on the PSU cage.
    2. Fasten the four screws to secure the SXM GPU power distribution board to the PSU bays.
      Note
      Remove the screws with a torque screwdriver sets to the proper torque. For reference, the torque required for the screws to fully tighten/removal is 0.6±0.06 newton-meter, 5±0.5 pound-inch.
      Torque screwdriver type listScrew Type
      PH 1 head screwdriverPhillips #1 head screw
      Figure 1. Installing the SXM GPU power distribution board

      Installing the SXM GPU power distribution board
  3. Connect the side band cable to SXM GPU power distribution board and power distribution board.
    Figure 2. Connecting sideband cable
    Connecting sideband cable
  4. Connect the SXM GPU board power cable to the SXM GPU power distribution board.
    Figure 3. Connecting the SXM GPU board power cable

    Connecting the SXM GPU board power cable

After you finish

  1. Reinstall the 2.5-inch drive cage assembly. See Install the 2.5-inch drive cage assembly.

  2. Complete the parts replacement. See Complete the parts replacement.

Demo video

Watch the procedure on YouTube