Single-slot left PCI riser cage assembly

Procedure
  1. Power down the node.
  2. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the node .
  3. Remove the node from the chassis.
  4. Place the node on a flat, level surface.
  5. In a 2U node, remove the three-slot riser cage assembly.
  6. Remove the single-slot left PCI riser cage assembly:
    • 1U node

      Removing the 1U x16 PCIe riser cage assembly with NGFF card

    • 2U node

      Removing the x16 PCIe riser option for 2U

    CAUTION:

    To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the node unless all PCI riser cages or rear I/O blanks are installed, and do not operate the node unless all PCI slots have either an expansion slot cover or an expansion board installed.