Removing an adapter in PCI expansion slot 4 or slot 5

Use this information to remove an adapter in PCI expansion slot 4 or slot 5.

To remove an adapter in PCI expansion slot 4 or slot 5, complete the following steps:

  1. Read the safety information that begins on Safety and Installation guidelines.
  2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords; then, remove the top cover (see Removing the top cover).
  3. Press down on the left and right side latches and slide the server out of the rack enclosure until both slide rails lock; then, remove the top cover (see Removing the top cover).
  4. Disconnect any cables from the adapter (make note of the cable routing, in case you reinstall the adapter later).
  5. Rotate the bracket to the open position.
  6. Remove the screws if present.
  7. Carefully grasp the adapter by its top edge or upper corners, and pull the adapter out of the connector.
    Figure 1. Adapter removal
    Adapter removal
  8. If you are instructed to return the adapter, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.