Removing the HBA

If you need to remove the HBA from the system, follow the procedure in this section.

To Remove the HBA

1. Prepare your operating system for HBA removal.
2. Attach an antistatic wrist strap.

   See Observing ESD and Handling Precautions.

3. Refer to the service manual for your specific system to remove the system cover, power down the system, and remove AC power cords from the system, if required.
4. Refer to the service manual for your specific system to locate the HBA in the chassis of the system.
5. Disengage the retention clip that secures the HBA to the chassis of the system and pull up carefully to unseat the HBA from the PCIe slot.
6. Detach all cables from the HBA.
7. Refer to the service manual for your specific system to reattach the system cover, reinstall AC power cords to the system, and power on the system, as necessary.