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6. Install a PCI slot cover in the opening left by the removal of the PCI card. This maintains
the proper airflow within the chassis. See Figure 4-41.
Figure 4-41 Installing a PCI Slot Cover
Replacing a PCI or Graphics Card
1. Power off the server and disconnect the power cable and all other cables from the back of
the server (if necessary). See “Powering Off the Server” (page 37).
2. Remove the top metal cover (if necessary). See “Removing and Replacing the Top Metal
Cover” (page 43).
3. Disconnect any cables that are connected to the PCI card to remove the PCI cage (if necessary).
4. Remove the PCI cage as described in “Removing the PCI Card Cage” (page 71).
5. Open the PCI cage as described in “Removing the PCI Card Cage” (page 71).
6. Grasp the edges of the PCI card to be installed and gently press the card into the PCI
backplane connector. See Figure 4-42.
Figure 4-42 Installing a PCI Card
74 Removing and Replacing Components