Replacing the SATA PCI Controller Card

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1 Replacing the internal controller PCI card may be performed by a single administrator; no tools are necessary. Caution There are static-sensitive electronics inside the unit. Before you handle any parts, make sure you are working at a static-controlled workstation and that you are properly grounded. Taking the Server Offline for Hardware Modifications Power down the server before you make any repairs. Improper shutdown may lead to loss of data or physical harm. 1 To start the shutdown process, press the power button on the front of the server. The green power LED remains lit until the shutdown process is complete. DO NOT disconnect the AC power cord while the LED remains lit. 2 After the power LED is off, disconnect the AC power cord(s) and all other cables from the back of the server. 3 The server is heavy. With the help of an assistant, remove the server from the rack to a clean surface with ample room to the front and rear. Removing the Rear Cover Plate To release the rear cover plate, turn the locking screw at the rear of the server counterclockwise until the screw pops loose. Front Cover Plate Cover Pad Rear Cover Plate Field Service Documentation Locking Screw 1

2 2 The cover is seated tightly on the chassis. Standing in front of the server, use the heel of your hand to deliver a short, forceful thrust to the cover pad on the rear cover plate of the server. 3 Slide the cover off and set it aside. Removing the Card Cage Assembly 1 To disconnect the SATA ribbon cable, unlock the connector, unlock the cable retainer (mechanism not shown), and then grasping the edges of the connector, pull it out of its receptacle. Latch Guides Connector Receptacle 2 Position yourself on the left side of the server (side furthest from the AC/power cord receptacle). 3 Pressing the latch at the front of the assembly with one hand while grasping the assembly with the other, lift the assembly straight up in a strong, even motion. Note When removing the card cage assembly, do not grasp it by the handle. The handle is not strong enough to remove the card cage assembly. 4 Set the assembly aside. 2 Field Service Documentation

3 Removing the Internal Controller Card 1 To release the retention bar, depress the latch and rotate the bar outward. Retention Bar 2 Detach the ribbon cable by steadying the expansion cage with one hand and grasping the edges of the connector firmly with the other and then removing it from its receptacle. 3 Remove the controller card and set it aside. Replacing the Internal Controller Card 1 Remove the new card from its protective packaging. Avoid contact with metal surfaces on the card. 2 Install the controller card into the full-height closest to the metal slot by grasping only the edges of the card and pressing firmly until it is properly seated and you hear it snap into place. 3 Replace the ribbon cable by steadying the expansion cage with one hand and grasping the edges of the connector firmly with the other and then inserting it into its receptacle. Field Service Documentation 3

4 Replacing the Card Cage 1 Position the assembly over the server. 2 Make sure the rear of the assembly is aligned with the guides at the rear of the chassis and lower the assembly into place. Important! The two locating pins on the mother board must be directly aligned with the two connections on the assembly. Place hands at red arrows to seat assembly Guides 3 Place your hands on either side of the card cage assembly handle, one hand near the rear of the assembly and the other over the fan protectors (refer to illustration above). Secure the assembly by using both hands to press down firmly until you hear it click into place. 4 Using the index finger and thumb, firmly grasp the edges of the SATA cable connector and insert it into the receptacle. 5 Secure the locking mechanism on the connector. 4 Field Service Documentation

5 Replacing the Top Cover Caution Be sure to replace the top cover. Do not operate the server without the top cover in place. 1 Lower the top cover onto the server. 2 From the rear of the server, push the cover forward until it is firmly seated. 3 To secure the cover, turn the locking screw at the rear of the server clockwise until the screw tightens. Restoring Power to the Server 1 With the help of an assistant, replace the server in the rack. 2 Reattach all cables to the rear of the server. 3 Press the power button on the front of the server. Field Service Documentation 5