Removing The Integrated Storage Controller 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 came with the product.
1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and
peripherals.
2. Open the system.
NOTE: It is recommended that you remove the expansion-card riser 2, before removing the storage controller
card.
3. Push down the two release levers at the edge of the card to disengage the card from the connector.
4. Disengage the card from the storage-controller card holder on the system board.
5. Remove the card.
6. Close the system.
7. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.
Figure 38. Removing and Installing the Integrated Storage Controller Card
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