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Removing an optional ServeRAID adapter memory module

Use this information to remove an optional ServeRAID adapter memory module.

To remove an optional ServeRAID adapter memory module, complete the following steps:

  1. Read the safety information that begins in Safety and Installation guidelines.
  2. Turn off the server (see Turning off the server) and all attached peripheral devices.
  3. Disconnect all power cords; then, disconnect all external cables from the server.
  4. Carefully turn the server on its side so that it is lying flat, with the cover facing up.
    Attention
    Do not allow the server to fall over.
  5. Unlock and remove the left-side cover (see Removing the left-side cover).
  6. See the documentation that comes with the adapter for any cabling instructions and information about jumper or switch settings. It might be easier for you to route cables before you install the adapter.
  7. Remove the adapter (see Removing an adapter).
  8. Grasp the memory module and lift to remove it from the connector on the ServeRAID adapter.

If you have other devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to Completing the installation.

If you are instructed to return the ServeRAID adapter memory module, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
Note
When the ServeRAID adapter is removed, software RAID will not be supported. This system does not support downgrade software RAID function from hardware RAID configuration.