DELL - PowerEdge R710 - Expansion-Card Riser 1 and Expansion-Card Riser 2 - Installing and removing

Servicing Expansion-Card Risers

Precautions and Warnings

Before proceeding with any maintenance or repair tasks, it's essential to note that:

• Certain repairs require the expertise of a certified service technician.
• Only authorized troubleshooting and simple repairs, as outlined in the product documentation or guided by the support team, should be performed.
• Unauthorized servicing may void the warranty.
• Always adhere to the safety instructions provided with the product.

Removing Expansion-Card Riser 1

To remove the first expansion-card riser, follow these steps:

1. Power down the system and all connected peripherals, then disconnect from the power source.
2. Access the system's interior. Refer to the relevant section on opening the system for detailed instructions.
3. Disconnect all cables attached to the expansion cards.
4. Remove all expansion cards from the riser. Consult the guide on removing expansion cards for step-by-step instructions.
5. Release the riser by pressing the tab at its bottom, then lift it off the mounting pins and out of the system. Visual guidance can be found in the relevant figure (e.g., Figure 3-27).

Replacing Expansion-Card Riser 1

To reinstall the first expansion-card riser:

1. Align the riser with the system board's mounting pin, then lower it until the board connector is securely seated.
2. Reinstall any expansion cards. Follow the instructions for installing expansion cards.
3. Reconnect all expansion-card cables.
4. Close the system. Refer to the section on closing the system for details.
5. Restore power to the system and peripherals.

Removing Expansion-Card Riser 2

To remove the second expansion-card riser:

1. Power down the system and disconnect from the power source.
2. Access the system's interior.
3. Disconnect all cables from the expansion cards.
4. Remove any expansion cards from the riser. Consult the guide on removing expansion cards.
5. Release the riser by pressing the blue latch and lift it straight up to clear the chassis. Refer to the relevant figure (e.g., Figure 3-28) for visual guidance.

Replacing Expansion-Card Riser 2

To reinstall the second expansion-card riser:

1. Align the guides on the riser with the system board's mounting pins, then lower it into place until the latches engage.
2. Reinstall any expansion cards. Follow the instructions for installing expansion cards.
3. Reconnect all expansion-card cables.
4. Close the system.
5. Restore power to the system and peripherals.

Important Considerations

• The system will not function with a riser board removed.
• Always remove expansion cards before removing the riser.
• Ensure to follow proper safety and handling procedures to avoid damage and maintain warranty coverage.