Remove the PCIe switch board

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

Procedure

1. Make preparation for this task.
   1. Remove the PCIe switch shuttle. See Remove the PCIe switch shuttle.
   2. Remove all the front PCIe adapters. See Remove a front PCIe adapter.
   3. Remove all the PCIe switch board heat sinks. See Remove a PCIe switch board heat sink.
2. Unfasten the six screws on the PCIe switch board; then, lift the PCIe switch board out of the PCIe switch shuttle.
   Figure 1. PCIe switch board removal