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Remove the PCIe switch shuttle

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.
  • Anti-static gloves are recommended as a precaution while disconnecting cables from the PCIe switch board.

Procedure

  1. Disengage the PCIe switch shuttle from the chassis.
    1. Press the two blue release latches.
    2. Rotate the two release levers until they are perpendicular to the PCIe switch shuttle.
    3. Pull the PCIe switch shuttle forward until it stops.
      Important
      Push the two release levers back until they lock into place after pulling out the PCIe switch shuttle to avoid damage.
      Figure 1. PCIe switch shuttle removal to stop position
      PCIe switch shuttle removal to stop position
  2. Remove the PCIe switch shuttle air baffle.
    1. Unfasten the four screws that secure the air baffle.
    2. Lift the air baffle out of the PCIe switch shuttle.
    Figure 2. Removing air baffle
    Removing air baffle
  3. Release the cables from the cable ties and disconnect them from the PCIe switch board. See 2.5-inch drive backplane cable routing and PCIe switch board cable routing.
  4. Remove the PCIe switch shuttle.
    1. Press the two lock latches on both sides of the PCIe switch shuttle.
    2. Slide the PCIe switch shuttle fully forward and remove it from the chassis.
      Figure 3. PCIe switch shuttle removal
      PCIe switch shuttle removal

After you finish

  1. Install a replacement unit. See Install the PCIe switch shuttle.
  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.