Installing an Option Board

Install an option board as follows.

1.Observe the safety and ESD precautions listed at the beginning of this chapter.

2.If tower-based system, remove the top cover of the tower cabinet. See Removing the Top Cover of the Tower Cabinet earlier in this chapter.

3.Open the PCI expansion slot door located on top of the BSU, see Figure 4-38.

Figure 4-38. Opening the PCI Expansion Slot Door

4.Remove the option board from its protective wrapper, holding the board only by the edges. Do not touch the board components or the gold connectors.

Note: Observe static precautions. Use an antistatic wrist strap.

5.Record the option board serial number in the equipment log.

6.Set any board jumpers or switches as described in the documentation that comes with the option board.

7.See Figure 4-36 to determine the system board slot location and remove its connector cap.

Note: Save the connector cap removed from the PCI board slot for future use.

8.Determine the expansion slot cover that corresponds to the desired expansion slot. Release the cover lock by pressing on its cover tab, see Figure 4-39.

Note: Do not remove or damage the black insulators mounted between the PCI board slots when installing or removing a PCI board. The insulators protect the PCI boards that are already installed.

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5800/180Ra-7 specifications

The NEC 5800/180Ra-7 is a high-performance server model that represents a significant advancement in the realm of enterprise computing. Launched by NEC, a renowned leader in information technology, this server is designed for critical business applications and is tailored to meet the demanding requirements of modern data centers.

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