M.2 backplane and M.2 drive replacement
Use this information to remove and install the M.2 backplane and M.2 drive (an assembled M.2 backplane
and M.2 drive is also known as M.2 module).
The server supports two types of M.2 backplanes. The removal and installation methods are similar.
Note: The M.2 adapters and modules are also referred to as enablement kits. In this publication, they are
referred to as M.2 backplanes. These terms are interchangeable.
Figure 75. M.2 SATA/NVMe drive PCIe 3.0 backplane Figure 76. M.2 SATA/NVMe drive PCIe 4.0 backplane
Remove the M.2 backplane and M.2 drive
Use this information to remove the M.2 backplane and M.2 drive.
About this task
Attention:
• Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 45 and “Safety inspection checklist” on page 46 to ensure that you
work safely.
• Power off the server and disconnect all power cords for this task.
• Prevent exposure to static electricity, which might lead to system halt and loss of data, by keeping static-
sensitive components in their static-protective packages until installation, and handling these devices with
an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system.
Watch the procedure
A video of this procedure is available at YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-
DrpxDWLMfgtXO4O6BVYTim
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Procedure
Step 1. Remove the top cover. See
“Remove the top cover” on page 212.
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