Installing an expansion board – HP DL120 User Manual
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Installing an expansion board
Expansion board installation guidelines
The system supports up to two expansion boards at a time. Use only HP supported expansion boards
that meet the following specifications:
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Compliance
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PCI Express x8
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PCI-X (available only when the optional PCI-X riser board is installed)
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Form factor
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Low-profile
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Full-height/full-length
To install an expansion board:
1.
Remove the PCI riser board assembly.
2.
Identify the riser board slot that is compatible with the expansion board you intend to install.
3.
Prepare the selected slot for expansion board installation.
a.
Remove the screw that secures the slot cover (1).
Reuse this screw to install the expansion board.
b.
Pull out the slot cover from the assembly (2).
Store it for reassembly later.
CAUTION: Do not discard the slot cover. If the expansion board is removed in the future,
the slot cover must be reinstalled to maintain proper cooling.