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1 slot 1 2 slot 2
3 slot 3 4 slot 4
NOTE: A dummy sled will be installed over sled B compartment for the single-node system.
The following table provides a guide for installing expansion cards to ensure proper cooling and
mechanical fit. The expansion cards with the highest priority must be installed first using the slot priority
indicated. All other expansion cards must be installed in card priority and slot priority order.
Table 2. Expansion card installation order
Card priority Card type Slot priority Maximum allowed
1 RAID 4 1
2 40 Gb NICs 1, 2 2
3 10 Gb NICs 2, 1 2
Removing the expansion-card riser module
Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that came with the product.
1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.
2. Complete the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.
3. Remove the server sled.
Steps
Remove the five screws and lift the expansion-card riser module from the riser connector on the system
board.
Figure 15. Removing and installing the expansion-card riser module