Removing the 2-node scalability card

Use this information to remove the 2-node scalability card from a blade server.

To remove the 2-node scalability card, complete the following steps:

  1. Before you begin, read Safety and Installation guidelines.
  2. Loosen each screw on the 2-node scalability card, using the provided 3/16" hex driver. Alternate the loosening of each screw until both screws are removed.
  3. Lift the 2-node scalability card off both blade servers and store the card in a safe place.

    Graphic illustrating alignment of 2-node scalability card with connector on blade server.
    Note: When you remove the 2-node scalability card, the BladeCenter HX5 blade servers are no longer scaled; each blade server operates independently in a chassis.
Parent topic: Installing optional devices