Lenovo ThinkServer RD340 - Manual (Page 102)

5. Locate the Ethernet card on the riser card assembly 1. Depending on the type of the Ethernet card, you
might need to disconnect all cables from the Ethernet card. Then, grasp the Ethernet card by its edges
and carefully pull it out of the riser card assembly 1.
Note: The Ethernet card might fit tightly into the PCI Express card slot. If necessary, alternate moving
each side of the Ethernet card a small and equal amount until it is removed from the slot.
Figure 48. Removing the Ethernet card
6. Install a new Ethernet card to replace the old one or install a PCI Express card slot bracket to cover the
place. See “Installing the Ethernet card” on page 87.
7. Reinstall the riser card assembly 1. See “Replacing the riser card assembly 1” on page 160.
8. If you are instructed to return the old Ethernet card, follow all packaging instructions and use any
packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping.
What to do next:
• To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.
• To complete the removal procedure, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 170.
Installing or removing the RAID card
This topic provides instructions on how to install or remove the RAID card.
Some server models come with a required RAID card to provide advanced SATA/SAS hardware RAID
functions to the server. You also can purchase a supported RAID card from Lenovo and install it into the
server. For more information, see “RAID card” on page 30 and “Configuring RAID” on page 62.
Note: The RAID card is sensitive to ESD. Ensure that you read and understand “Handling static-sensitive
devices” on page 74 first and carefully perform the operation.
Installing the RAID card
Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Safety information”
on page iii and “Guidelines” on page 73.
This topic provides instructions on how to install the RAID card.
Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another
computer for reference.
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