Use this information to remove an I/O expansion adapter.
Before you begin
Before you remove the I/O expansion adapter, complete the
following steps:
- Read Safety and Installation guidelines.
- If the compute node is installed in an 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.
Procedure
To remove an I/O expansion adapter, complete the following
steps.
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Remove the cover (see Removing the compute node cover).
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Locate the I/O expansion adapter connectors (see System-board layouts).
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Open the retention clips 1 .
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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.
What to do next
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.
