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Remove an M.2 drive from the M.2 backplane
Use this procedure to remove an M.2 drive from the M.2 backplane.
With M.2 backplane removed, complete the following steps to remove an M.2 drive from the M.2 backplane:
Step 1.
Press both sides of the retainer and slide it backward to loosen the M.2 drive from the M.2
backplane.
Figure 71. M.2 drive removal
Note: If your M.2 backplane has two M.2 drives, they will both release outward when you slide the
retainer backward.
Step 2.
Remove the M.2 drive by rotating it away from the M.2 backplane and pulling away from the
connector at an angle (approximately 30 degrees).
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.
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
Guidelines" on page
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:
Step 1.
Locate the connector on each side of the M.2 backplane.
Notes:
• Some M.2 backplanes support two 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.
• Make sure to install a 480 GB M.2 drive into the M.2 backplane that supports two M.2 drives.
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