Note: The M.2 backplane you want to adjust might be different from the following illustrations, but
the adjustment method is the same.
Figure 137. M.2 retainer adjustment
a. Press both sides of a retainer.
b.
Move the retainer to the larger opening of the keyhole.
c.
Take the retainer out of the keyhole.
d.
Insert the retainer into the correct keyhole into which the retainer should be installed to
accommodate the particular size of the M.2 drive you wish to install.
e.
Press both sides of the retainer.
f.
Slide the retainer until it is seated into the smaller opening of the keyhole.
Step 2. Install a new M.2 drive and backplane. See
“Install the internal M.2 backplane and M.2 drive” on
page 144
.
After you finish
Complete the parts replacement. See
“Complete the parts replacement” on page 288.
Install the internal M.2 backplane and M.2 drive
Use this information to install the internal M.2 backplane and M.2 drive.
About this task
Attention:
• Read
“Installation Guidelines” on page 57 and “Safety inspection checklist” on page 58 to ensure that you
work safely.
• Power off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables. See
“Power off the server” on page 75.
• Keep static-sensitive parts in their static-protective packages until installation to prevent exposure to
static electricity. Handle the parts with an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding systems.
Place the parts on a static-protective surface.
Procedure
Step 1. Adjust the retainer on the M.2 backplane to accommodate the particular size of the M.2 drive you
wish to install. See
“Adjust the retainer on the internal M.2 backplane” on page 143.
Step 2. Locate the M.2 drive slot on the M.2 backplane.
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