Removing a PCIe adapter from the 8335-GTC, 8335-GTG, 8335-GTH, 8335-GTW, or 8335-GTX system

To remove PCIe adapters, complete the steps in this procedure.

1. Attach the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap.
   The ESD wrist strap must be connected to an unpainted metal surface until the service procedure is completed, and if applicable, until the service access cover is replaced.

   Attention:

   • Attach an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap to the front ESD jack, to the rear ESD jack, or to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent the electrostatic discharge from damaging your hardware.
   • When you use an ESD wrist strap, follow all electrical safety procedures. An ESD wrist strap is used for static control. It does not increase or decrease your risk of receiving electric shock when using or working on electrical equipment.
   • If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, just prior to removing the product from ESD packaging and installing or replacing hardware, touch an unpainted metal surface of the system for a minimum of 5 seconds. If at any point in this service process you move away from the system, it is important to again discharge yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface for at least 5 seconds before you continue with the service process.
2. If needed, label and remove the cables from the PCIe adapter. Also, if needed, label and remove any plugs that extend out of the PCIe adapter.
3. Remove the PCIe adapter from the system backplane by lifting the adapter.

   

4. Place the PCIe adapter on an ESD mat.