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• For safety, make sure to hold the node with both hands when lifting the node.
c. Remove the top cover (see
d. Disconnect all the cables from the drive backplane; then, remove the drive cage assembly from
the node and place it on a flat, static-protective surface (see
assembly" on page
e. Locate the M.2 connectors on the system board.
Figure 75. Location of the M.2 bays on the system board
M.2 bay 0
1
Step 2. Remove the M.2 drive from the system board.
a. Slightly press the retainer away from the M.2 drive to disengage the M.2 drive.
b. Pivot the rear side of the M.2 drive slightly away from the system board.
c. Pull the M.2 drive out of the connector at an angle of approximately 15 degrees.
Figure 76. Removal of an M.2 drive
After this task is completed
1. If necessary, adjust location of the M.2 drive retainer to accommodate another M.2 drive of a different
size (see "Adjust an M.2 drive retainer" on page
2. Install a replacement unit (see
3. If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and
use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
"Remove the top cover" on page
96).
132).
"Install an M.2 drive" on page
203).
"Remove the drive cage
M.2 bay 1
2
133).
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