Install the Internal HBA PCIe Card

1. If you are installng the card as part of another service procedure, skip to Step 3.
2. If you are replacing a faulty card, perform the following tasks.
   1. Unpack the replacement HBA card.
   2. Using a No. 2 Philips screwdriver, remove the standard HBA PCIe bracket that shipped with the replacement card.
      
   3. Install the special fitted bracket that was removed in Remove the Internal HBA PCIe Card.

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      Caution  -  Take care not to overtighten the screws, which could stip or cause the card to crack.

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3. Connect the SAS cables to the HBA card.

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   Tip  -  Cables have designations for top and bottom orientation.

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4. Insert the card connector into the bottom connector.
5. Using a No. 1 flat-head screwdriver, secure the card using the bracket screw, being careful not to overtighten the screw.
   
6. Return the server to operation.

   See Returning a Server to Operation.

Related Information

• Identifying Components

• Detecting and Managing Faults

• Preparing for Service

• Prevent ESD Damage