Steps
1 Connect the data cable to the riser.
2 Insert the keyed end of the M.2 SATA riser into the lock on the system board.
3 Align and insert the edge connector into the connector on the system board.
4 Using the Phillips #2 screwdriver, tighten the screw to secure the riser to the sled.
Figure 61. Installing the M.2 SATA x16 riser
Next steps
1 Install the sled into the enclosure.
2 Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your enclosure.
Removing the M.2 SATA card
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions..
2 Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your enclosure.
3 Remove the sled from the enclosure.
4 If applicable, remove the expansion card riser assembly.
5 Remove the M.2 x16 riser or the M.2 SATA x8 mezzanine card.
NOTE
: The procedure to remove the M.2 SATA x8 mezzanine card is similar to removing a mezzanine card.
Steps
1 Using the Phillips #1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that secures the M.2 card to the board.
2 Pull the card out of the connector and lift the card away.
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Installing and removing enclosure components