Remove a lower PCIe adapter

Follow instructions in this section to remove a lower PCIe adapter. The procedure must be executed by a trained technician.

Procedure

1. Pull the PCIe switch shuttle to the first stop position.
   1. Press the two blue release latches.
   2. Rotate the two release levers until they are perpendicular to the PCIe switch shuttle.
   3. Pull the PCIe switch shuttle forward to the first stop position.
      Figure 1. Pulling the PCIe switch shuttle to the first stop position
      
      
2. Pull the PCIe switch shuttle to the second stop position.
   1. Press the two front lock latches on both sides of the PCIe switch shuttle.
   2. Pull the PCIe switch shuttle forward to the second stop position.
      Important

      Push the two release levers back until they lock into place after pulling out the PCIe switch shuttle to avoid damage.

      Figure 2. Pulling the PCIe switch shuttle to the second stop position
      
      
3. Unfasten the screw that secures the PCIe adapter to the PCIe switch shuttle; then, lift the PCIe adapter out of the PCIe slot.
   Figure 3. Lower PCIe adapter removal