You can replace PCIe cards at any time if the card is not currently in use.
See Identify Faulted Components and PCIe Card Carrier LEDs and Controls.
See Prevent ESD Damage.
The LEDs on the carrier blink for approximately 10 seconds as the PDomain disables the I/O card. When the LEDs on both the carrier and the card turn off, the carrier and card are ready to remove.
Swing the extraction lever out 90 degrees until the far end of the lever begins to push the carrier out of the slot.
Caution - Avoid twisting, tilting, or pulling unevenly on the PCIe card, which could damage the carrier slot or components on the PCIe card carrier circuit board. |
If you are replacing the PCIe card, go to Install a PCIe Card Into a Card Carrier.
If you are removing the PCIe card, return the card carrier to the server.