Installing the FlexibleLOM adapter

Prerequisites

Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have the following items available:

  • T-15 Torx screwdriver

  • FlexibleLOM riser cage

Procedure
  1. Back up all server data.
  2. If installed, remove the front bezel.
  3. Power down the server.
  4. Remove all power:
    1. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
    2. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
  5. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.
  6. Do one of the following:
  7. Remove the access panel.
  8. If necessary, disconnect any internal cables connected to the system board.
  9. Remove the primary PCI riser cage.
  10. Remove the blank from the FlexibleLOM adapter slot of the FlexibleLOM riser cage.

    Remove FlexbileLOM blank

    Retain the blank for future use.

  11. Install the FlexibleLOM adapter into the FlexibleLOM adapter slot, and then install the screw.

    Install the FlexibleLOM adapter

    Make sure that te FlexibleLOM adapter is firmly seated in the slot.

  12. Install the FlexibleLOM riser cage.
    CAUTION: To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless all PCI slots have either an expansion slot cover or an expansion board installed.
  13. Install the access panel.
  14. Install the server into the rack.
  15. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.
  16. Connect each power cord to the server.
  17. Connect each power cord to the power source.
  18. Power up the server.
  19. If removed, install the bezel.

The installation is complete.