Remove a PCIe adapter

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

Procedure

1. Make preparation for this task.
   1. Pull the system shuttle to the stop position.
      1. Press the two blue release latches.
      2. Rotate the two release levers until they are perpendicular to the shuttle.
      3. Pull the shuttle forward until it stops.
         Figure 1. Pulling the system shuttle to the stop position
         
         
   2. Remove the front fan cage. See Remove the front fan cage.
2. If applicable, disconnect the cable from the PCIe adapter.
   1. Pull the NVMe drive and PCIe switch board cage to the stop position.
      1. Unfasten the four screws marked with B on both sides of the system shuttle.
      2. Simultaneously press the two blue side latches.
      3. Pull the cage forward until it stops.
         Figure 2. Pulling the NVMe drive and PCIe switch board cage to the stop position
         
         
   2. Disconnect the cable from the PCIe adapter.
3. Unfasten the screw securing the PCIe adapter; then, lift the PCIe adapter out of the PCIe slot.
   Figure 3. PCIe adapter removal