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Install the power distribution board

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

About this task

Attention

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

Procedure

Install the power distribution board into the server.
  1. Align the connector on the power distribution board with that on the system board with the two power supply connectors facing the power supply bays; then, press the power distribution board into the connector until it is fully seated.
  2. Fasten the three screws to secure the power distribution board to the system board.
    Figure 1. Installing the power distribution board
    Installing the power distribution board

After you finish

  1. SXM GPU Model only: Reinstall the SXM GPU power distribution board and connect the sideband cable between the power distribution board and the SXM GPU power distribution board. See Install the SXM GPU power distribution board.

  2. Reinstall the power supply units. See Install a power supply unit.

  3. Complete the parts replacement. See Complete the parts replacement.

Demo video

Watch the procedure on YouTube