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Chapter 3
Maintaining the Server
Caution
If you cannot safely view and access the component, remove the server from the rack.
Remove the top cover as described in the
c.
on page
d.
Remove any cables from the rear ports of the PCIe card that you are replacing.
Tip
Use a Number 2 Phillips-head screwdriver to loosen the two captive thumbscrews that secure the
e.
PCIe riser assembly. See
Lift straight up on both ends of the PCIe riser assembly to disengage its attached circuit board from
f.
the socket on the motherboard.
Note
Pull evenly on both corners of the PCIe card to remove it from the socket on the PCIe riser assembly.
g.
Install a PCIe card:
Step 2
Align the new PCIe card with the empty socket on the PCIe riser assembly.
a.
b.
Push down evenly on both ends of the card until it is fully seated in the socket.
c.
Ensure that the card rear panel tab sits flat against the PCIe riser rear panel opening.
d.
Set the PCIe riser assembly back in place over the power supply bay.
e.
Align the PCIe riser circuit board edge with the socket on the motherboard and then push straight
down on both ends of the PCIe riser assembly to fully engage the board with the socket.
f.
Tighten the two captive thumbscrews that secure the PCIe riser assembly in place.
g.
Replace the top cover.
h.
Replace the server in the rack, replace cables, and then power on the server by pressing the Power
button.
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3-8.
Label the cables when you disconnect them to aid correct connection to the new card.
Figure
Lift up on both ends of the PCIe riser evenly to avoid damaging its connector.
"Removing and Replacing the Server Top Cover" section
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Cisco UCS C260 Server Installation and Service Guide
Installing or Replacing Server Components
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