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Removing an I/O expansion adapter

Use this information to remove an I/O expansion adapter.

Before you remove the I/O expansion adapter, complete the following steps:
  1. Read Safety and Installation guidelines.
  2. If the compute node is installed in a chassis, remove it (see Removing a compute node from a chassis for instructions).
  3. Carefully lay the compute node on a flat, static-protective surface, orienting the compute node with the bezel pointing toward you.

To remove an I/O expansion adapter, complete the following steps.


Graphic illustrating removing an I/O expansion adapter.

  1. Remove the cover (see Removing the compute node cover).
  2. Locate the I/O expansion adapter connectors (see System-board layouts).
  3. Open the retention clips.
  4. Lift the I/O expansion adapter from the connector and remove the I/O expansion adapter from the compute node. You might find it helpful to rock the adapter back and forth, from front to rear, to disengage the adapter.
    Important
    Rocking the adapter from side to side might damage the I/O expansion adapter connector.
If you are instructed to return the I/O expansion adapter, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.