Lenovo ThinkSystem SR860 - Install an M.2 Drive in the M.2 Backplane

Figure 83. M.2 retainer adjustment
Install an M.2 drive in the M.2 backplane
Use this procedure to install an M.2 drive in the M.2 backplane.
Before installing an M.2 drive in the M.2 backplane:
1. Read the safety information and installation guidelines (see
“Safety” on page iii and “Installation
Guidelines” on page 56
).
2. Touch the static-protective package that contains the component to any unpainted metal surface on the
server; then, remove it from the package and place it on a static-protective surface.
To install an M.2 drive in the M.2 backplane, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure
A video of this procedure is available at YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIb0bIyfkDY&=
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.
Notes:
• Some M.2 backplanes support two identical M.2 drives. When two drives are installed, align and support
both drives when sliding the retainer forward to secure the drives.
• Install the M.2 drive in slot 0 first.
Figure 84. M.2 drive slot
Table 80. M.2 drive slot
1 Slot 0 2 Slot 1
Step 1. Locate the connector on each side of the M.2 backplane.
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