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v The 32-bit PCI slots 3 and 4 support 5.0 V signaling PCI adapters; they do not
support 3.3 V keyed adapters. However, 64-bit adapters are supported if they are
universal adapters.
v PCI Express x8 slots 1 and 2 support any PCI Express adapter that is on the
ServerProven list.
v The server scans the PCI Express slots ( slots 1 and 2), and PCI slots (slots 3
and 4) to assign system resources. Then, the server starts the PCI and PCI
Express devices in the following order, if you have not changed the default
startup : PCI Express slot 1, PCI Express slot 2, SATA or SCSI devices, and then
PCI slots 3 and 4.
v For a list of supported optional devices for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/
servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/.
To install an adapter, complete the following steps:
1. Read the safety information that begins on page v and "Installation guidelines"
on page 7.
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all external cables
and power cords; then, remove the side cover. See "Removing the side cover"
on page 10.
3. Follow the instructions that come with the adapter for requirements,
restrictions, or cabling instructions. It might be easier to route any cables
before you install the adapter.
4. Lift up the front adapter retention bracket.
5. From inside the server, press down on the rear adapter retention bracket. The
retention bracket springs open. Reach inside the server and remove the
expansion-slot cover from the expansion slot. Store it in a safe place for future
use.
Note: Expansion-slot covers must be installed on all vacant slots. This
maintains the electronic emissions standards of the server and ensures
proper ventilation of server components.
6. Touch the static-protective package that contains the adapter to any unpainted
metal surface on the server. Then, remove the adapter from the
static-protective package.
Attention:
Avoid touching the components and gold-edge connectors on the
adapter.
7. Follow the instructions that come with the adapter to set jumpers or switches, if
any.
8. Carefully grasp the adapter by the top edge or upper corners, and align it with
the expansion-slot guides; then, press the adapter firmly into the expansion
slot. Move the adapter directly from the static-protective package to the
expansion slot.
Attention:
Make sure that the adapter is correctly seated in the expansion
slot before you turn on the server. Incomplete installation of an adapter might
damage the system board or the adapter.
Chapter 2. Installing optional devices
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