Adapter removal movie - IBM System x3400 M2, x3500 M2

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To remove an Adapter:

1. Remove the Side Cover:
   1. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect all power cords and external cables.
   2. Unlock the side cover if required
   3. press the cover-release latch down while rotating the top edge of the cover away from the server and then lift the cover off the server and set it aside.
   4. Place the system on its right side.
      This is the recommended Service Position.
2. Remove the Adapter:
   Note a ServeRAID BR10i adapter is shown.
   1. Open the rear adapter retainer
   2. Disconnect the two SAS cables form the adapter.
   3. Remove the single screw securing the adapter card and grasp the card and lift it from the connector and place it on a static protected surface.
   4. Use the same procedure to remove any additional adapters if required.

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