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Install a lower PCIe adapter

Follow instructions in this section to install a lower PCIe adapter. 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.
Note
The PCIe adapter might look different from the illustration.

Procedure

  1. Align the PCIe adapter with the PCIe slot on the PCIe switch board; then, press the PCIe adapter into the slot until it is fully seated.
  2. Fasten the screw to secure the PCIe adapter.
    Figure 1. Lower PCIe adapter installation
    Lower PCIe adapter installation
  3. Slide the PCIe switch shuttle to the first stop position.
    1. Rotate the two release levers until they are perpendicular to the PCIe switch shuttle.
    2. Press the two rear lock latches on both sides of the PCIe switch shuttle.
    3. Slide the PCIe switch shuttle into the system shuttle until it stops at the first stop position.
      Figure 2. Sliding the PCIe switch shuttle to the first stop position
      Sliding the PCIe switch shuttle to the first stop position
  4. Push the PCIe switch shuttle fully into the system shuttle.
    1. Press the two front lock latches on both sides of the PCIe switch shuttle.
    2. Push the PCIe switch shuttle fully into the system shuttle.
    3. Rotate the two release levers until they lock into place.
      Figure 3. PCIe switch shuttle installation
      PCIe switch shuttle installation

After you finish

Complete the parts replacement. See Complete the parts replacement.