SPARC S7-2 Server Service Manual

Remove the Internal HBA Card From PCIe Slot 4

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

1. Prepare for servicing.

   See Preparing for Service.

2. Remove fan module FM 0 (the left-most fan viewing the server from the front).

   See Remove a Fan Module.

3. Remove the PCIe riser from slots 3 and 4.

   See Remove the PCIe Riser From PCIe Slots 3 and 4.

4. Remove the internal HBA card from the riser.
   1. Hold the riser in one hand and use your other hand to carefully remove the card from slot 4 of the riser.
   2. Disconnect the rear bracket attached to the PCIe card from the rear of the PCIe riser.
      
5. Disconnect the SAS cables from the internal HBA card and place the card on an antistatic mat.
   
6. If you are replacing the internal HBA card, use a T10 Torx screwdriver to remove the special fitted bracket from the HBA card.

   You must install the special fitted bracket on the replacement HBA card. Set aside the bracket until you are ready to install the replacement HBA card.

   
   
7. If you need to remove the SAS cables, see Remove the HBA SAS Cable Assembly.