Chapter 3
Installation
3-1 Hardware Installation
User the directions below to install the AOC-R1UG-IBQ add-on card into your system.
Before Installation
Before Installation, do the following
1.Power down the system.
2.Remove the power cord from the wall socket.
3.Use industry standard anti-static equipment (i.e. gloves or wrist strap) and/or an environment that prevents accidental electrostatic discharge.
4.Familiarize yourself with the server, motherboard, and/or chassis documentation.
5.Confirm that your Operating System includes the latest updates and hot-fixes.
Installation
NOTE: This card is designed for the H8DGG-QF serverboard only.
The AOC-R1UG-IBQ add-on card can beinstalled directly into both the SBX connector and PCI-E 2.0 x8 (in a x16) slot onto the H8DGG-QF serverboard. Position the add-on card in both the PCI-E slot and over the SBX connector and gently push down on both sides of the card until it slides into the PCI-E connector and SBX connector together.
Installing the Add-on Card
1.Remove the server cover and, if necessary, set aside any screws for later use.
2.Remove the add-on card slot cover. If the case requires a screw, place the screw aside for later use.
3.Position the add-on card in both the PCI-E slot and over the SBX connector and gently push down on both sides of the card until it slides into the PCI-E connector and SBX connector together.
4.Secure the add-on card to the chassis. If required, use the screw that you previously removed.
5.Replace the chassis cover.
6.Connect the incoming QSFP cable to the QSFP port provided on the card.