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Install a GPU adapter

Follow instructions in this section to install a GPU adapter.

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.
  • Depending on the specific type, the GPU adapter might look slightly different from the illustrations in this section.
  • Follow the additional instructions in any documentation that comes with your GPU adapter.
Important
Some chassis might come with standard fans. Make sure to install high-performance fans when GPU adapters with TDP greater than 400W are installed in the system.

Procedure

  1. Locate the PCIe slot based on the front view of the configuration. Refer to the following sections for the PCIe slot numbering and supported GPU configurations:
  2. (Optional) If the GPU adapter link bridges are to be installed, remove the link connector cover from the GPU adapter. Keep the link connector cover in case it is needed in the future.
    Note
    Depending on the configuration, there may be one or three GPU adapter link bridges on the GPU adapters. When linking a GPU pair, all link connectors on the GPU adapters must be linked.
    Figure 1. Link connector cover removal
    Link connector cover removal
  3. Install the GPU adapter.
    Note
    If the PCIe slot is covered with a slot bracket, remove the bracket from the chassis first.
    1. Align the GPU adapter with the PCIe slot on the chassis. Then, carefully press both ends of the GPU adapter straight into the slot until it is securely seated.
    2. Connect the power cable to the GPU adapter.
    3. Fasten the screw(s) that secure the GPU adapter to the chassis.
      Note
      Depending on the configuration, fasten one screw or two screws to secure the GPU adapter.
      • Single-wide GPU adapter: one screw
      • Double-wide GPU adapter: two screws
    4. Fasten the five screws on the top of the cross bar.
      Figure 2. GPU adapter installation
      GPU adapter installation
    Note
    Make sure to route the GPU power cable through the cable guide that is located behind the cross bar.

After you finish

  1. To install the GPU adapter link bridge, see Install a GPU adapter link bridge.
  2. Complete the parts replacement. See Complete the parts replacement.

Demo video

Watch the procedure on YouTube