Attention:
Do not allow the server to fall over.
Step 2.
Unlock and remove the left-side cover (see “Removing the left-side cover” on page 184).
Step 3.
See the documentation that comes with the adapter for any cabling instructions and information
about jumper or switch settings. (It might be easier for you to route cables before you install
the adapter.)
Step 4.
Touch the static-protective package that contains the adapter to any unpainted metal surface on
the server; then, remove the adapter from the package.
Step 5.
Locate PCI slot 1 which you will install the adapter into.
Step 6.
Rotate the adapter-retention brackets on the PCI-X bracket to the open position.
Note:
Remove the expansion-slot cover if it is installed on the PCI-X bracket and save it for
future use.
000
000
000
00
00
000000000
000000000
000000000
000000000
000000000
000000000
000000000
000000000
000000000
000
000
00
00
00
00
00
Adapter
Adapter
connectors
Expansion-slot
cover
Figure 133. Rotate the adapter-retention brackets to the open position
Step 7.
Remove the PCI slot filler, if installed. Keep the filler in a safe place for potential future use.
Step 8.
Press the adapter
firmly
into the expansion slot.
Attention:
Incomplete insertion might cause damage to the system board or the adapter.
Step 9.
Close the adapter-retention on the PCI-X bracket.
Step 10. Connect the adapter cables (see “Internal cable routing and connectors” on page 312).
Removing and replacing components
219
Summary of Contents for System x3500 M4
Page 1: ...System x3500 M4 Installation and Service Guide Machine Type 7383 ...
Page 6: ...iv System x3500 M4 Installation and Service Guide ...
Page 14: ...xii System x3500 M4 Installation and Service Guide ...
Page 140: ...126 System x3500 M4 Installation and Service Guide ...
Page 180: ...166 System x3500 M4 Installation and Service Guide ...
Page 194: ...180 System x3500 M4 Installation and Service Guide ...
Page 978: ...964 System x3500 M4 Installation and Service Guide ...
Page 1002: ...988 System x3500 M4 Installation and Service Guide ...
Page 1160: ...1146 System x3500 M4 Installation and Service Guide ...
Page 1164: ...1150 System x3500 M4 Installation and Service Guide ...
Page 1172: ...Taiwan BSMI RoHS declaration 1158 System x3500 M4 Installation and Service Guide ...
Page 1181: ......
Page 1182: ......