Removing a fabric connector - Flex System x440 Compute Node

Use this information to remove a fabric connector.

Before you begin

Note: This procedure should be performed only by trained service technicians.

Before you remove the fabric connector, 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.
Obtain a #1 Phillips screwdriver.

About this task

When you remove the fabric connector, the UEFI firmware holds the Ethernet controller in reset and displays a warning message, if an I/O expansion adapter is not installed in the I/O expansion connector 1 to provide connectivity to the chassis.

Procedure

To remove a fabric connector, complete the following steps.

Graphic illustrating removing an I/O expansion card.

Remove the cover (see Removing the compute node cover).
Locate the fabric connector on the system board.
Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the four captive screws that secure the fabric connector.
Lift the fabric connector from the system board and store it in a safe place.

What to do next

If you are instructed to return the fabric connector, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.

If you have removed the fabric connector to install an I/O expansion adapter in I/O expansion connector 1, keep the fabric connector in a safe place for future use.