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Install the M.2 drive and backplane bracket assembly
Follow instructions in this section to install the M.2 drive and backplane bracket assembly.
About this task
Attention:
• Go over
"Installation Guidelines" on page 137
• 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.
Procedure
Step 1.
If a 7mm drive cage has been installed, remove it first (see
264).
Step 2.
Install the M.2 drives into the backplane if necessary.
Figure 172. Install the M.2 drives
Align the M.2 drives with the connectors.
Pivot the other end of the M.2 drives toward the backplane.
Slide the retaining clips forward to secure the drives to the backplane.
Step 3.
If applicable, connect the cable to the backplane, and tighten the captive screw with a screwdriver
to secure the cable to the backplane.
to ensure that you work safely.
"Remove the 7mm drive cage" on page
Chapter 4
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