Installing Expansion Cards
This chapter shows you how to add functionality to your server by installing expansion cards. Your server supports standard PCIe cards and OCP NIC 3.0 modules.
Expansion Slot Overview
Slot Number
PCIe Slot on MB
PCIe Version
Lane Width
Form Factor Supported
Notes
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Slot1
Gen5
x16
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-
-
Slot2
Gen5
x16
-
-
PCIe Slot1
Slot3
Gen5
x8
Half Height, Half Length (HHHL)
Via Riser Card
-
Slot4
Gen5
-
-
-
-
Slot5
Gen5
x16
-
-
PCIe Slot2
Slot6
Gen5
x16
Full Height, Half Length (FHHL)
Via Riser Card
OCP 3.0
Gen5
x8
Small Form Factor
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Installing a PCIe card
Use these steps to install a standard PCIe card into one of the available riser slots.
Warning: Power Off Completely
Before you install or remove any expansion card, you must shut down the server and disconnect it from all power sources.
To install a PCIe card:
Power off the server and open the chassis.
Locate an available PCIe slot.
Remove the slot cover.
Insert the card. Press down firmly and evenly until the card is fully seated.
Secure the card.
Pro Tip: Connect Auxiliary Power
High-performance cards, especially GPUs, often require more power. If your card has an auxiliary power connector, be sure to connect the required power cables.
Installing an OCP NIC 3.0 module
The Open Compute Project (OCP) NIC 3.0 slot provides a modular way to add networking capabilities.
To install an OCP NIC:
Locate the OCP NIC 3.0 slot.
Align and insert the module. Push the module horizontally until it is firmly seated.
Secure the module with the provided thumbscrew.
Removing an Expansion Card
Power off the system and disconnect all power sources.
Remove any auxiliary power cables attached to the card.
Unscrew or unlock the card’s retention mechanism.
Gently pull the card upward and out of the slot, avoiding contact with adjacent components.
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