Installing the Trusted Platform Module board
About this task
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the internal system
components to cool before touching them.
To install the component:
Procedure
1.
Back up all server data.
2.
Power down the server .
3.
Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server .
4.
Remove the server from the chassis.
5.
Place the server on a sturdy, level surface.
6.
Remove the access panel.
7.
Remove the air baffle.
8.
If an expansion board is installed in slot 9, do the following:
a. Remove the drive cage assembly.
b. Disconnect any internal cables that are connected to the riser module.
c. Remove the expansion board.
CAUTION:
Any attempt to remove an installed TPM from the system board breaks or disfigures the TPM
security rivet. Upon locating a broken or disfigured rivet on an installed TPM, administrators
should consider the system compromised and take appropriate measures to ensure the integrity
of the system data.
9.
Install the TPM board. Press down on the connector to seat the board.
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Installing the Trusted Platform Module board