Owners Manual

Figure 25. Removing the optional SD vFlash card
a. SD vFlash card
b. SD vFlash card slot
Related references
Safety instructions on page 48
Integrated storage controller card
Your system includes a dedicated expansion card slot on the system board for an integrated controller card. The integrated
storage controller card provides the integrated storage subsystem for your system’s internal HDDs. The controller supports
SAS, and SATA HDDs and also enables you to set up the HDDs in RAID configurations as supported by the version of the
storage controller included with your system.
Removing integrated storage controller card
Prerequisites
1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions section in this document.
2. Complete the tasks listed in the Before working inside your system section in this document.
3. Remove the cooling shroud.
4. Remove the expansion-card riser 1.
5. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver handy.
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 are shipped with your product.
Steps
1. Loosen the screws that secure the integrated storage controller cable to the integrated storage-controller card connector
on the system board.
2. Lift the integrated storage controller cable out.
3. Lift one end of the card and angle it to disengage the card from the integrated storage-controller card holder on system
board.
4. Lift the card out of the chassis.
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