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Remove a GPU distribution board

Follow instructions in this section to remove a GPU distribution board.

About this task

Attention

Procedure

  1. Prepare your server.
    1. Remove the top cover. See Remove the top cover.
    2. Remove all of the GPU adapters. See Remove a GPU adapter.
  2. Disconnect the power and signal cables from the GPU distribution board.
  3. Remove the GPU distribution board.
    1. Remove the nine screws that secure the GPU distribution board to the chassis.
    2. Grasp the GPU distribution board by its edges and carefully lift it out of the chassis.
    Figure 1. Removing a GPU distribution board — 4-DW GPU Model
    Removing a GPU distribution board — 4-DW GPU Model
    Note
    The illustration shows the Four PCIe x16 slot PCIe distribution board.
    Figure 2. Removing a GPU distribution board — 8-DW GPU Model
    Removing a GPU distribution board — 8-DW GPU Model
    Note
    The illustration shows the Four PCIe x16 slot switched PCIe distribution board.

After you finish

  • Install a replacement unit. See Install a GPU distribution board.

  • 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.

Demo video

Watch the procedure on YouTube