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5. Remove the metal cover opposite
the PCI-X slot that you wish to
use, then install a PCI-X card as
shown. The card golden
connectors should match the
notches on the slot.
6. Firmly push down the card until it
is completely seated on the slot.
7. Secure the card bracket with a
screw.
8. Connect cable(s) to the card, if
applicable.
Repeat steps 5 to 8 if you wish to install other PCI-X cards.
4. Place the cage on a flat
stable surface with the slot
facing up, and prepare the
card that you wish to install.
Internal view of PCI cage
Install PCI-X cards in the following order:
• first PCI-X card
top slot (furthest from motherboard)
• second PCI-X card middle slot
• third PCI-X card bottom slot (nearest the motherboard)
Exceptions
1. Install a
RAID card to the top slot to facilitate connection of SCSI
cables.
2. Install a
LAN card to the bottom slot for easy connection of LAN
(RJ-45) cables from the chassis rear panel.