ProLiant DL580 Generation 3 Server Maintenance and Service Guide

Removal and replacement procedures 28
To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.
Removing the PCI-X Hot Plug basket
1. Power down the server (on page 16).
2. Extend or remove the server from the rack ("Remove the server from the rack" on page 16).
3. Remove the access panel ("Removing the access panel" on page 17).
CAUTION: To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless all
expansion slots have either an expansion slot cover or an expansion board installed.
4. Remove the expansion board from the slot, if installed ("Removing a PCI-X Hot Plug expansion
board" on page 47).
5. Remove the PCI-X Hot Plug basket ("Removing the PCI-X Hot Plug basket" on page 28).
To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.
Removing a non-hot-plug expansion board
1. Power down the server (on page 16).
2. Extend or remove the server from the rack ("Remove the server from the rack" on page 16).
3. Remove the access panel ("Removing the access panel" on page 17).
4. Disconnect any required internal or external cables from the expansion board.
5. Open the PCI latch.
6. Unlock the retaining clip.