Installing the PCoIP Hardware Accelerator in the Server

  Warning: Before beginning the installation
  • Power down and disconnect devices from AC power before handling them. Failure to do this can result in personal injury or equipment damage. Some circuitry on the server PC can continue to operate even though the front panel power switch is off.
  • Ensure you observe correct anti-static handling to avoid potential ESD damage to the card.

To install the PCoIP Hardware Accelerator:

  1. Make sure all virtual machines hosted by the ESXi server are powered down or migrated to another server.
  2. From the VMware vSphere client, right-click on the ESXi server in the inventory, and select Enter Maintenance Mode.


  3. Before physically installing the PCoIP Hardware Accelerator, power down the server and disconnect it from the AC power. Also ensure you observe the correct anti-static handling to avoid potential ESD damage to the card.
  4. Insert the PCoIP Hardware Accelerator into an available PCIe or mezzanine slot, and secure the card.
  5. Plug the server into a surge-protected AC outlet, and power it on.