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Remove the PCIe switch board

Follow instructions in this section to remove the PCIe switch shuttle. 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.
  • Power off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables. See Power off the server.
  • If the server is installed in a rack, slide the server out on its rack slide rails to gain access to the top cover, or remove the chassis from the rack. See Remove the server from rack.
  • Two people and one lifting device on site that can support up to 400 lb (181 kg) are required to perform this procedure. If you do not already have a lifting device available, Lenovo offers the Genie Lift GL-8 material lift that can be purchased at Data Center Solution Configurator. Make sure to include the Foot-release brake and the Load Platform when ordering the Genie Lift GL-8 material lift.

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 M3 screws on the PCIe switch board; then, lift the PCIe switch board out of the PCIe switch shuttle.
    Figure 1. PCIe switch board removal
    PCIe switch board removal

After you finish

  1. Install a replacement unit. See Install the PCIe switch board.
  2. 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.