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Install a GPU distribution board

Follow instructions in this section to install a GPU distribution board. The procedure must be executed by a trained technician.

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 configuration, the following GPU distribution boards are supported in the 4-DW GPU Model and the 8-DW GPU Model:
    • The 4-DW GPU Model supports one of the followings:
      • 1 x Direct GPU distribution board
      • 1 x Switched GPU distribution board
    • The 8-DW GPU Model supports one of the followings:
      • 2 x Direct GPU distribution board
      • 2 x Switched GPU distribution board
Note
The GPU distribution board might look different from the illustrations in this section.
Firmware and driver download: You might need to update the firmware or driver after replacing a component.

Procedure

  1. Align the nine screw holes on the GPU distribution board with the standoffs on the chassis.
  2. Fasten the nine screws to secure the GPU distribution board to the chassis.
    Figure 1. GPU distribution board installation — 4-DW GPU Model
    GPU distribution board installation — 4-DW GPU Model
    Figure 2. GPU distribution board installation — 8-DW GPU Model
    GPU distribution board installation — 8-DW GPU Model
  3. If applicable, fasten the screw to secure the GPU distribution board heat sink to the chassis.
    Figure 3. Screw installation
    Screw installation
  4. Connect the power and signal cables to the GPU distribution board. Depending on the server model, see below for more details:

After you finish

  1. Reinstall the GPU adapters. See Install a GPU adapter.
  2. Complete the parts replacement. See Complete the parts replacement.

Demo video

Watch the procedure on YouTube