How to replace the Riser R2k Expansion Card on a PowerEdge R6715

This 3D experience gives you the step by step process of replacing the Riser R2k Expansion Card and a PE R6715. The procedure will also include removing the System Cover, Riser R2k and reinstalling them.

Removal

System Cover

1. Identify the system cover highlighted in blue.
2. Using a Philips #2 screwdriver, rotate the lock counterclockwise to the unlock position.
3. Lift the release latch until the system cover slides back.
4. Lift the cover from the system.

Riser R2k

1. Identify the riser highlighted in blue.
2. Disconnect the cables from the HPM board.
3. Holding the touch points, lift the expansion card riser to disengage it from the connector and guide pin.

Riser R2k Expansion Card

1. Position the riser as shown.
2. Identify the riser expansion card highlighted in blue.
3. Open the retention latch on the riser.
4. Pull the expansion card holder to remove the expansion card.
5. Hold the expansion card by its edges and pull to disengage it from the riser connector.

Install

Riser R2k Expansion Card

1. Identify the riser expansion card location highlighted in blue.
2. Align the expansion card with the riser, then insert it firmly until it is fully seated.
3. Close the expansion card holder to lock the expansion card.
4. Close the expansion card retention latch on the riser.

Riser R2k

1. Identify the riser location highlighted in blue.
2. Align the riser with the connector and guide pin, install it, and press down until it is fully seated.
3. Connect the cables to the HPM board.

System Cover

1. Identify the system cover location highlighted in blue.
2. Align the tabs on the system cover with the guide slots on the system, and slide the system cover.
3. Close the system cover release latch.
4. Using a Philips #2 screwdriver, rotate the lock clockwise to the locked position.