
To install a ServeRAID adapter, for use with eXFlash drives, in a rear PCI connector, complete the following steps.
1.Read “Safety” on page v and “Installation guidelines” on page 38.
2.Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords and all external cables.
3.Remove the server cover (see “Removing the top cover” on page 44) and determine which PCI Express expansion slot you will use for the adapter.
4.Remove the top cover bracket.
5.Push the adapter retention latch toward the rear of the server and open the tab.
| Adapter |
Adapter | retention |
latch |
Pin
Pin hole
Expansion slot cover
6.Remove the
Attention: When you install an adapter, avoid touching the components and
7.Touch the
8.Carefully grasp the adapter by its top edge or upper corners, and align it with the connector on the I/O board.
9.Press the adapter firmly into the adapter connector.
10.Push down on the blue adapter retention latch until it clicks into place, securing the adapter.
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