Replacing a PCI adapter contained in a cassette in the system with the power off

You can replace a PCI adapter with the system power off.

1. Complete the prerequisite tasks that are described in Before you begin.
2. Take appropriate precautions for avoiding electric shock and handling static-sensitive devices. For information, see Avoiding electric shock and Handling static-sensitive devices.
3. If the adapter needs to be placed in a PCI adapter cassette, see PCI adapter single-width, fourth generation cassette.
4. At the back of the system, lift the cassette cover flap and identify the cassette slot you want to use.
5. Ensure the lower cassette handle is slightly angled up toward the retainer clip, as shown in the following figure. This places the adapter in the correct position to be docked in the system.
6. Slide the cassette into the cassette slot as shown in the following figure.
   Attention: Ensure proper alignment when you insert a PCI adapter cassette into the system.
7. When the cassette is fully inserted into the system, firmly press cassette handle (A) to lock the adapter in its connector.
   Figure 1. Installing a PCI adapter cassette in the system

   
8. Reconnect the system to the power source.
9. Start the system or logical partition. For instructions, see Starting a system or logical partition.
10. Verify the installed part.
    • If you replaced the part because of a service action, verify the installed part. For instructions, see Verifying a repair.
    • If you installed the part for any other reason, verify the installed part. For instructions, see Verifying the installed part.