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•When the optional x16-link riser is installed, slot 4 is not available.

•The expansion-card slots are not hot-swappable.

•Besides the integrated storage controller, the system supports a maximum of two PERC or SAS controller expansion cards to manage external storage.

CAUTION: To ensure proper cooling no more than two of the four expansion cards can have a power consumption of greater than 15W (up to 25W maximum each), not including the integrated storage controller.

•Table 3-1 provides a guide for installing expansion cards to ensure proper cooling and mechanical fit. The expansion cards with the highest priority should be installed first using the slot priority indicated. All other expansion cards should be installed in card priority and slot priority order.

Table 3-1. Expansion-Card Installation Order

Card			Max	Greater
Priority	Card Type	Slot Priority	Allowed	Than 15W?
1	PERC 5/E controller	1,3,4	2	Y
2	PERC 6/E controller	3,4,1	2	Y
3	10 Gb NIC	3,4,1,2	2	Y
4	All other Dell storage cards	3,4,1	2	Y
5	All other NICs	1,2,3,4	41	N2
6	Non-Dell storage cards	1,2,3,4	41	N2

1Maximum of 2 of any card whose maximum power exceeds 15W.

2See the expansion card documentation to ensure that the maximum power does not exceed 15W.

Installing an Expansion Card

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

NOTE: Before installing any expansion cards, see "Expansion Card Installation Guidelines."

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