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Install a rear PCIe adapter

Follow instructions in this section to install a rear PCIe adapter. 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

  1. Insert the rear PCIe adapter into the PCIe riser.
  2. Fasten the screw to secure the rear PCIe adapter.
    Note
    The PCIe adapter might look different from the illustration.
    Figure 1. Rear PCIe adapter installation
    Rear PCIe adapter installation
  3. Connect the cable to the rear PCIe adapter.

After you finish

  1. If applicable, reinstall the PCIe riser assembly(ies). See Install a PCIe riser assembly.
  2. Reinstall the processor air baffle. See Install the processor air baffle.
  3. Reinstall the rear top cover. See Install the rear top cover.
  4. Reinstall the front top cover. See Install the front top cover.
  5. Complete the parts replacement. See Complete the parts replacement.