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Install the CX-7 adapter card

Follow instructions in this section to install the CX-7 adapter card. 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.
Note
Make sure you have the required tools listed below available to properly replace the component:
  • Torx T15 head screwdriver
Firmware and driver download: You might need to update the firmware or driver after replacing a component.

Procedure

  1. Align the CX-7 adapter card with its connector on the GPU baseboard; then, press the CX-7 adapter card into the connector until it is fully seated.
  2. Set the screwdriver to 0.59±0.059 newton-meters, 5.22±0.522 inch-pounds and fasten the two Torx T15 screws to secure the CX-7 adapter card.
    Figure 1. CX-7 adapter card installation
    CX-7 adapter card installation
  3. Align the CX-7 adapter card protective bracket with the corresponding screw holes; then, fasten the two M3 screws (PH2, 2 x M3, 0.5 newton-meters, 4.3 inch-pounds) to secure the bracket to the chassis.
    Figure 2. Installing CX-7 adapter card protective bracket
    Installing CX-7 adapter card protective bracket

After you finish

  1. Reconnect all the cables that were disconnected. See Internal cable routing.
  2. Reinstall the power complex. See Install the power complex.
  3. Reinstall the CPU complex. See Install the CPU complex.
  4. Reinstall the rear top cover. See Install the rear top cover.
  5. Reinstall the front top cover. See Install the front top cover.
  6. Complete the parts replacement. See Complete the parts replacement.