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Install the PCIe switch board

Follow instructions in this section to install the PCIe switch 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.

Procedure

  1. Hold the PCIe switch board in the correct orientation as illustrated; then, align the PCIe switch board with the six standoffs on the PCIe switch shuttle, and gently place it onto the shuttle.
  2. Fasten the six screws to secure the PCIe switch board.
    Note
    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 0.9 newton-meters, 8 inch-pounds.
    Figure 1. PCIe switch board installation
    PCIe switch board installation

After you finish

  1. Reinstall all the PCIe switch board heat sinks. See Install a PCIe switch board heat sink.
  2. Reinstall all the lower PCIe adapters. See Install a lower PCIe adapter.
  3. Reinstall the PCIe switch shuttle. See Install the PCIe switch shuttle.
  4. Complete the parts replacement. See Complete the parts replacement.