SPARC S7-2 Server Service Manual

Remove a PCIe Riser From PCIe Slot 1 or 2

This is a cold-service procedure that can be performed by a customer. Power down the server completely before performing this procedure.

1. Prepare for servicing.

   See Preparing for Service.

2. Select the PCIe riser that you want to remove.

   See PCIe Slot Characteristics.

3. If a PCIe card is installed in the riser, disconnect any external cables from the card.
4. Lift the green-tabbed latch on the rear of the server chassis next to the applicable PCIe slot to release the rear bracket on the PCIe card (1).
   

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   Note -  If the riser does not have a PCIe card installed, then lift the latch to release the PCIe slot filler panel.

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5. Lift the green-tabbed riser release lever on the PCIe riser with one hand and use your other hand to remove the riser from the motherboard connector (2, 3).
6. If there is a PCIe card installed in the riser, place the riser on an antistatic mat and note the slot in which the PCIe riser was originally installed. Otherwise, set the PCIe riser aside.

Related Information

• Install a PCIe Riser Into PCIe Slot 1 or 2