Lenovo ThinkServer RD550 - Manual (Page 108)

1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all
power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server.
2. Prepare your server. See “Removing or extending the server from the rack cabinet” on page 63.
3. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 63.
4. Remove the riser card assembly and lay it upside down on a flat, clean, and static-protective surface.
See “Replacing the riser card assembly” on page 135.
5. Locate the PCIe card you want to remove. Then, pivot the card latch to the open position.
Figure 61. Pivoting the card latch to the open position
6. Grasp the PCIe card by its edges and carefully pull it out of the PCIe slot on the riser card assembly.
Note: The PCIe card might fit tightly into the PCIe slot. If necessary, alternate moving each side of the
PCIe card a small and equal amount until it is completely removed from the slot.
Figure 62. Removing the PCIe card
7. Install a new PCIe card to replace the old one or install a PCIe card slot bracket to cover the place. See
“Installing a PCIe card” on page 91.
8. Reinstall the riser card assembly. See “Replacing the riser card assembly” on page 135.
9. If you are instructed to return the old PCIe card, 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 144.
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