Install an I/O adapter in slot 16 to 17

I/O adapters in slot 16 to 17 are in an I/O tray riser that is accessed from the rear of the server. With the riser removed from the I/O tray, open the retention latch and insert the adapter in the riser; then, close the retention latch.

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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.

Attention

The adapter installed in slot 16 must have a metal bezel with holes no larger than 3.0 mm in any dimension.

CAUTION

Make sure that all server power cords are disconnected from their power sources before performing this procedure.

Before you install an optional adapter in slots 16 or 17:

1. If the I/O tray is installed in the server, remove it. See Remove the I/O tray.

   Important

   You must remove the riser from the I/O tray before installing an adapter.

2. Remove the riser for slot 16 to 17. See Remove the riser for slot 16 to 17 (riser 3).

3. Make sure that there is no filler installed in the slot where you are installing the adapter.

Complete the following steps to install an adapter in slots 16 or 17.

Figure 1. Adapter installation (slot 16 to 17)

1. Open the retention latch.
2. Align the adapter with the riser slot and insert it; then, press the adapter into the riser until the connector is fully seated.
3. Close and lock the retention latch.