1. on a model 6c3, open the front and rear rack doors and place the system into the service position as described in “placing the model 6c3 into the service position” on page 53.
on a model 6e3, open the bezel door.
2. shut down the system as described in “stopping the system” on page 51.
3. disconnect the power source to the system.
this system may be equipped with a second power supply. before continuing with this procedure, ensure that the system has been completely disconnected from its power source.
4. remove the service access cover as described in “service access cover removal (model 6c3)” on page 59 or “service access cover removal (model 6e3)” on page 60.
5. refer to the pci adapter placement reference for information regarding slot restrictions for adapters that can be used in this system.
6. if necessary, remove the adapter expansion slot shield.
7. before handling any card, board, or memory dimm, be sure to use your electrostatic discharge strap to minimize static-electric discharge. refer to “handling static-sensitive devices” on page 50.
8. if necessary, remove the adapter from the antistatic package.
avoid touching the components and gold-edge connectors on the adapter.
9. place the adapter, component-side up, on a flat, static-protective surface.
10. set any jumpers or switches as instructed by the adapter’s manufacturer.
11. carefully grasp the adapter by its top edge, and align the adapter with the expansion slot and its connector on the pci riser card.
12. press the adapter firmly into its connector.
when you install an adapter into the system, be sure that it is completely and correctly seated in its connector.
13. lower the tab onto the pci adapter emc shield/connector faceplate. rotate the adapter retainer clip clockwise until it covers the tab at approximately a 45-degree angle. see the following illustration.
14. replace the service access cover as described in “service access cover replacement (model 6c3)” on page 59 or “service access cover replacement (model 6e3)” on page 60.
15. if you are servicing a model 6c3, push the system drawer back into the operating position as described in “returning the model 6c3 to the operating position” on page 55.
16. connect the adapter cables.
17. reconnect the power source to the system.
18. if you are servicing a model 6c3, route the cables through the cable-management arm.
19. power on the system as described in “starting the system” on page 51.
20. on a model 6c3, close the rack doors.
on a model 6e3, close the bezel door.