Removing a PCI adapter from the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D with the power off

Remove a PCI adapter with the system power off.

1. Identify the system that you will be working on by using the identify the system process to turn on the system locate (blue) indicator. For more information, see Enabling enclosure indicators and Control panel LEDs.
2. Complete the prerequisite tasks that are described in Before you begin.
3. Take appropriate precautions for avoiding electric shock and handling static-sensitive devices. For information, see Avoiding electric shock and Handling static-sensitive devices.
4. Use the service indicator light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to help identify the part. For instructions, see Identifying a part.
5. Stop the system or logical partition. For instructions, see Stopping a system or logical partition.
6. Place the system into the service position. For instructions, see Placing a rack-mounted model into the service position.
7. Remove the service access cover. For instructions, see Removing the service access cover from a rack-mounted model.
8. Disconnect the power source from the system by unplugging the system. For instructions, see Disconnecting the power cords.
   Note: The server might be equipped with a second power supply. Before continuing with this procedure, ensure that all power to your system has been disconnected.

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9. Attach the wrist strap.
   Attention:

   • Attach a wrist strap to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) from damaging your hardware.
   • When using a wrist strap, follow all electrical safety procedures. A wrist strap is for static control. It does not increase or decrease your risk of receiving electric shock when using or working on electrical equipment.
   • If you do not have a wrist strap, just before removing the product from ESD packaging and installing or replacing hardware, touch an unpainted metal surface of the system for a minimum of 5 seconds.
10. If you are removing a failing PCI adapter, use the service label on the service access cover to match the failing part with its location code. See Locations. If you are removing the PCI adapter for other reasons, continue to the next step.
11. Locate the adapter you plan to remove, and then label and disconnect all cables attached to that adapter.
12. Record the slot number and location of each adapter being removed.
    Note: Adapter slots are numbered on the rear of the system.
13. Carefully grasp the PCI adapter (A) by its top edge or upper corners, and pull it from the system as shown in the following figure.
    Figure 1. Removing the PCI adapter from the rack-mounted system unit

    
    Attention: There are pins above the PCI slots on the rear bulkhead of the system that resemble removable screws. Do not remove them. They are required for correct alignment and seating.
14. Store the adapter in a safe place.
15. If you are removing a PCI adapter as part of another procedure, return to that procedure. If not, continue to the next step.
16. If you plan to install another adapter into the vacated slot, go to Replacing a PCI adapter in the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D with the power off; otherwise, continue with the next step.
17. Seal the expansion slot by using an expansion-slot filler.
18. Replace or close the service access cover and, if applicable, return the system to the operating position.
19. Reconnect the power source to the system.
20. Start the system or logical partition. For instructions, see Starting a system or logical partition.
21. Replace the PCI adapter. For instructions, see Replacing a PCI adapter in the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D with the power off.