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3. If the expansion card is not going to be replaced, install a filler bracket and close the card retention latch.
Figure 98. Installing the filler bracket
Next steps
1. If applicable, install an expansion card into the expansion card riser.
Installing an expansion card into the expansion card riser
Prerequisites
NOTE: Consumer-Grade GPU should not be installed or used in the Enterprise Server products.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions on page 26.
2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system on page 27.
3. If installing a new expansion card, unpack it and prepare the card for installation.
NOTE: For instructions, see the documentation accompanying the card.
Steps
1. Pull and lift up the expansion card retention latch lock to open.
2. If installed, remove the filler bracket.
NOTE:
Store the filler bracket for future use. Filler brackets must be installed in empty expansion card slots to maintain
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification of the system. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of the
system and aid in proper cooling and airflow inside the system.
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