Remove the riser for slot 1 to 4 (riser 1)
The riser for adapter slot 1 to 4 (riser 1) is in the I/O tray that is accessed from the rear of the server. After removing the I/O tray, loosen the two captive screws that secure the riser to the I/O tray; then, remove the riser from the I/O tray.
Before you remove the riser for slot 1 to 4, 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.
Complete the following steps to remove the riser for slot 1 to 4 (riser 1).
- Loosen the two captive screws (items 1 in preceding figure) that secure the riser to the I/O tray board.
- Lift the riser up and out of the I/O tray.
After you remove the riser:
If you are replacing the riser, remove any adapters installed in the riser. See Remove a PCIe adapter from slot 1 to 4.
If you are removing the riser and are not installing a replacement:
Install the screw that secures the I/O tray board to the I/O tray (item 3 in the figure). This screw replaces the captive screw on the rear edge of the riser below the midplane connectors. Screw location is labelled
Remove screw before installing riser
on the I/O board.Install the I/O tray fillers in adapter slot 1 to 4 (item 4 in the figure).
Install the I/O tray and connect all cables. See Install the I/O tray.
If you are instructed to return the riser, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
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