IBM 393, 387, 391, 389 Installing or removing a PCI card, Installing a PCI card, What to do next

6.Locate the appropriate memory module that you want to remove and open the retaining clips on both ends of the memory slot. Then, grasp the memory module by its edges and carefully pull it straight up to remove it from the memory slot.

Figure 39. Removing a memory module

7.If you are instructed to return the old memory module, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping.

What to do next:

•To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.

•To complete the removal procedure, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 162.

Installing or removing a PCI card

This topic provides instructions on how to install or remove a PCI card.

The EMI integrity and cooling of the server are protected by having all drive bays and PCI card slots covered or occupied. When you install an internal drive or PCI card, save the EMI shield or drive bay filler from the drive bay or save the PCI card slot bracket in the event that you later remove the device.

Attention: An unoccupied drive bay or PCI card slot without cover, shield, filler, or any other protection might impact the EMI integrity and cooling of the server, which might result in overheating or component damage.

Note: The PCI cards are extremely sensitive to ESD. Make sure that you read and understand “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 84 first and carefully perform the operation.

Installing a PCI card

Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines” on page 83.

This topic provides instructions on how to install a PCI card.

Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference.

Note: Use any documentation that comes with the PCI card and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic.

To install a PCI card, do the following:

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