IBM eServer 250 xSeries Installation Manual

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14 IBM® xSeries 250: Installation GuideInstalling a non-hot-plug PCI adapter (slots 1 and 2)The following illustration shows how to install a non-hot-plug PCI adapter.Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.To install a non-hot-plug PCI adapter:Attention: When you handle static-sensitive devices, take precautions to avoiddamage from static electricity. For details on handling these devices, see “Handlingstatic-sensitive devices” on page 8.1. Review the information in “Before you begin” on page 7 through “Handlingstatic-sensitive devices” on page 8.2. Turn off the server; then, disconnect the power cords.3. Remove the top cover (see “Removing the server top cover and bezel” on page 9).4. Determine which expansion slot you will use for the adapter.Note: PCI slots 1 and 2 support non-hot-plug PCI adapters only.5. Remove the expansion-slot cover:a. Rotate the adapter retention latch counterclockwise.b. Lift the tab covering the top of the expansion-slot cover and then remove theexpansion-slot cover from the server. Store it in a safe place for future use.c. Press on the rear adapter retention latch (near the hard disk drives) asindicated by the arrow on the latch and lift it to the open position.Attention: You must install expansion-slot covers on all empty slots. Thismaintains the electromagnetic emissions characteristics of the system andensures proper cooling of system components.Adapter retention latch TabAdapterretention latchAdapter