Remove the management NIC adapter

Follow instructions in this section to remove the management NIC adapter.

Procedure

1. Make preparation for this task.
   1. Access the Lenovo XClarity Controller; then, select Network in BMC Configuration and disable Ethernet Port 2.
   2. Remove the front top cover. See Remove the front top cover.
   3. Remove the rear top cover. See Remove the rear top cover.
   4. Depending on the server model, remove the following PCIe riser.
      • If the server is installed with three PCIe risers, remove the PCIe riser 1. See Remove a PCIe riser.
      • If the server is installed with four PCIe risers, remove the PCIe riser A. See Remove a PCIe riser.
2. Disconnect the cable from the management NIC adapter.
3. Remove the management NIC adapter.
   1. Loosen the screw that secures the management NIC adapter.
   2. Press and hold the blue latch.
   3. Push the management NIC adapter by the latch out from the chassis.
      Figure 1. Management NIC adapter removal