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Remove the retimer board

Follow instructions in this section to remove the retimer board. The procedure must be executed by a trained technician.

About this task

Attention

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
        Pulling the system shuttle to the stop position
    2. Remove the front fan cage. See Remove the front fan cage.
    3. Remove the NVMe drive and PCIe switch board cage. See Remove the NVMe drive and PCIe switch board cage.
    4. Remove the retimer board shuttle. See Remove the retimer board shuttle.
  2. Unfasten the six screws on the retimer board; then, lift the retimer board out of the shuttle.
    Figure 2. Retimer board removal
    Retimer board removal

After you finish

  • If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
  • If you plan to recycle the component, see Disassemble the retimer board for recycle.