Install the GPU direct attached CX-7 adapter card
Follow instructions in this section to install the GPU direct attached CX-7 adapter card. 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.
- Two people and one lifting device on site that can support up to 400 lb (181 kg) are required to perform this procedure. If you do not already have a lifting device available, Lenovo offers the Genie Lift GL-8 material lift that can be purchased at Data Center Solution Configurator. Make sure to include the Foot-release brake and the Load Platform when ordering the Genie Lift GL-8 material lift.
Note
Make sure you have the required tools listed below available to properly replace the component:
- One torque screwdriver
- One Torx T15 bit
Firmware and driver download: You might need to update the firmware or driver after replacing a component.
Go to Drivers and Software download website for ThinkSystem SR680a V3 to see the latest firmware and driver updates for your server.
Go to Update the firmware for more information on firmware updating tools.
Procedure
- Fasten the two screws to secure the CX-7 adapter card.NoteLoosen or tighten the screws with a torque screwdriver set to the proper torque. For reference, the torque required for the screws to be fully loosen or tighten is 0.59±0.059 newton-meters, 5.22±0.522 inch-pounds.Figure 1. CX-7 adapter card installation
After you finish
- Reinstall the cable holder frame and baffle assembly. See Install the cable holder frame and baffle assembly.
- Reinstall the compute tray. See Install the compute tray.
- Reinstall the system shuttle. See Install the system shuttle.
- Complete the parts replacement. See Complete the parts replacement.
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