Installing Or Removing The Flash Module - Lenovo ThinkServer RD650 User Manual And Hardware Maintenance Manual

Installing or removing the flash module

This topic applies only to AnyRAID adapters that support the flash module.
The flash module works as the cache memory of the installed AnyRAID adapter. You can purchase a flash
module from Lenovo.
For a list of ThinkServer options, go to:
http://lenovoquickpick.com/usa/home/thinkserver/rack-and-tower-server
Installing the flash module
Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding "Safety information"
on page iii and "Guidelines" on page 67.
Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another
computer for reference.
Notes:
• Use any documentation that comes with the flash module and follow those instructions in addition to
the instructions in this topic.
• Depending on the specific type, your AnyRAID adapter and the flash module might look different from
the illustration in this topic.
To install the flash module, do the following:
1. Remove all external media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then,
disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to
the server.
2. Prepare your server. See "Removing or extending the server from the rack cabinet" on page 69.
3. Remove the server cover. See "Removing the server cover" on page 69.
4. Locate the AnyRAID adapter. See "Server components" on page 29.
5. Remove any parts and disconnect any cables that might impede your operation.
6. Position the flash module above the AnyRAID adapter and align the two holes in the flash module with the
two pins on the AnyRAID adapter. Then, lower the flash module straight down until it is securely seated.
Note: If necessary, remove the AnyRAID adapter first for easier operation. Then, reinstall the AnyRAID
adapter. See "Replacing the AnyRAID adapter or PCIe pass-through board" on page 101.
Figure 79. Installing the flash module
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