Install the rear PCIe switch cable harness

Follow instructions in this section to install the rear PCIe switch cable harness. 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

If needed, install the cables to the rear PCIe switch cable harness.
- Front I/O module, integrated diagnostics panel, GPU management, or signal cable
  1. Align the cable with the slot on the bracket that is mounted on the rear PCIe switch cable harness, and insert it.
  2. Align the bracket with the two tabs on the cable, and insert it.
  3. Fasten the two screws to secure the bracket and the cable.
  Figure 1. Front I/O module, integrated diagnostics panel, GPU management, or signal cable installation
- Power cable
  1. Align the cable with the hole on the rear PCIe switch cable harness, and insert it.
  2. Insert the two washers and the two screws to the holes, and fasten them to secure the cable.
  Figure 2. Power cable installation
Install the rear PCIe switch cable harness.
1. Align the rear PCIe switch cable harness with the six guide pins on the 2U compute shuttle; then, insert the rear PCIe switch cable harness into the 2U compute shuttle until it is securely engaged.
2. Fasten the six screws to secure the rear PCIe switch cable harness.
Figure 3. Rear PCIe switch cable harness installation
Connect the cables to the system board. See below for more information.

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