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Remove a PCIe adapter from slot 5 to 8

PCIe adapters in slot 5 to 8 are in the I/O tray that is accessed from the rear of the server. After removing the I/O tray from the chassis, remove the adapter from the I/O tray.

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disconnect all power
CAUTION
The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.
CAUTION
Make sure that all server power cords are disconnected from their power sources before performing this procedure.

Before you remove an adapter from slot 5 to 8:

  1. Disconnect and label all cables connected to adapters in the I/O tray; then, remove the I/O tray. See Remove the I/O tray.

  2. Remove the riser for slot 1 to 4 (riser 1) to access the adapter connectors in the I/O tray. See Remove the riser for slot 1 to 4 (riser 1).

Complete the following steps to remove an adapter from slot 5 to 8.

Figure 1. Adapter removal (slot 5 to 8)
Adapter slot 5 to 8 removal

Disengage the adapter from its connector on the I/O tray and lift the adapter from the I/O tray.

After you remove the adapter:

If you are instructed to return the adapter, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.

Demo video

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