Prerequisites
Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have the following items available:
Serial port option
T-15 Torx screwdriver
Procedure
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Power down the server.
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Remove all power:
- Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
- Disconnect each power cord from the server.
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Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.
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Do one of the following:
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Remove the access panel.
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Remove the PCI air baffle.
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Remove the system air baffle.
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Remove the serial port slot blank:
- Open the PCI slot retainer.
- Remove the serial port slot blank.
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Install the serial port:
- Slide the serial port bracket into the fourth slot blank opening.
- Secure the serial port bracket with the T-15 screw.
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Connect the serial port cable.
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Close the PCI slot retainer.
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Install the system air baffle.
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Install the PCI air baffle.
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Install the access panel.
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Do one of the following:
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Connect all peripheral cables to the server.
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Connect each power cord to the server.
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Connect each power cord to the power source.
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Power up the server.
The installation is complete.