Skip to main content

Remove the front I/O expansion board

Follow instructions in this section to remove the front I/O expansion board.

About this task

Attention
Note
The front I/O expansion board might look different from the illustrations in this section.

Procedure

  1. Make preparation for this task.
    1. Remove the top cover. See Remove the top cover.
    2. Remove the front PCIe adapter(s). See Remove a front PCIe adapter.
  2. Disconnect the cables that are connected to the front I/O expansion board.
  3. If applicable, unfasten the screw that secures the front I/O expansion board heat sink to the chassis.
    Figure 1. Screw removal
    Screw removal
  4. Unfasten the five screws from the front I/O expansion board, and remove it from the chassis.
    Figure 2. Front I/O expansion board removal
    Front I/O expansion board removal

After you finish

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