Removing an I/O expansion adapter - x440 Compute Node Types 7167 and 2590

Use this information to remove an I/O expansion adapter.

Before you remove the I/O expansion adapter, complete the following steps:

Read Safety and Installation guidelines.
If the compute node is installed in a Flex System chassis, remove it (see Removing a compute node from a chassis for instructions).
Carefully lay the compute node on a flat, static-protective surface, orienting the compute node with the bezel pointing toward you.

To remove an I/O expansion adapter, complete the following steps.

Graphic illustrating removing an I/O expansion adapter.

Remove the cover (see Removing the compute node cover).
Locate the I/O expansion adapter connectors (see System-board layouts).
Open the retention clips 1.
Lift the I/O expansion adapter from the connector and remove the I/O expansion adapter from the compute node 2.
You might find it helpful to rock the adapter back and forth to disengage the adapter.

If you are instructed to return the I/O expansion adapter, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.