Display GPU Replacement
This section provides information about how to replace the Display GPU.
Display GPU Replacement
This is a high-level overview of the process to replace the display GPU.
Contact NVIDIA Enterprise Support to obtain a replacement GPU.
Power off the DGX Station A100 and turn off power supply switch.
Open the left cover (motherboard side).
Remove the air baffle.
Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to release the GPU from the PCIe slot.
Replace the Display GPU.
Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to secure the GPU to the PCIe slot.
Install the air baffle.
Install the system cover.
Power on the system.
Test the display and overall system health.
After you review these steps, see Obtain a New Display GPU and Open the System.
Obtain a New Display GPU and Open the System
Contact NVIDIA Enterprise Support, obtain a replacement GPU.
Once the new Display GPU arrives, power off the system and switch off the power supply.
Unplug all monitor cables from the Display GPU.
Remove the left system cover by pressing on the button that releases it.
Pull the cover off and set aside.
Remove the air baffle.
Remove the Display GPU
Using a Philips #2 screwdriver, carefully remove the screw that secures the Display GPU to the motherboard.
Note
Be careful not to drop the screw as it comes off.
Pull the Display GPU off the PCIe slot.
Install the New Display GPU
Install the Display GPU on PCIe slot 3.
Install and tighten the screw that holds the card in place.
After you install the new Display GPU, see Close the System and Check the Display.
Close the System and Check the Display
Install the air baffle by inserting it in the holes on the right side and allowing the magnets on the left side to secure it in place.
Close the system cover by inserting the bottom of the cover to the chassis and rotating it until it locks.
Plug monitor cables in.
To confirm the system is healthy, power on the system and run the following command:
$ sudo nvsm show health