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Figure 25. Removing the expansion card for 1U node
1. expansion card slot cover 2. screw
3. expansion card
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Installing the system board assembly
Installing the expansion card
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that are shipped with your product.
CAUTION: Expansion cards can only be installed in the slots on the expansion card riser. Do not
attempt to install expansion cards directly into the riser connector on the system board.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Unpack the expansion card and prepare it for installation. For instructions, see the documentation
accompanying the card.
1. Remove the screws that secure the expansion card assembly.
2. Lift the expansion card assembly away from the system board assembly.
3. Remove the screw that secures the filler bracket.
4. Hold the filler bracket by its edges, and carefully remove it from the riser card.
NOTE: Retain this bracket in case you need to remove the expansion card. Filler brackets must
be installed over empty expansion cards slots to maintain FCC certification of the system. The
brackets also keep dust and dirt out of the system and aid in proper cooling and airflow inside
the system.
5. Holding the card by its edges, position the card so that the card edge connector aligns with the riser
card on the riser card.
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