Installing Or Removing The Thinkserver Trusted Platform Module - Lenovo ThinkServer RD650 User Manual And Hardware Maintenance Manual

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. Remove the riser card assembly 1. See "Replacing the riser card" on page 85.
5. Locate the TSM Premium connector on the system board and then lift the installed TSM Premium
module straight up.
Figure 92. Removing the TSM Premium module
6. If you are instructed to return the old TSM Premium module, follow all packaging instructions and use
any packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping.
What to do next:
• To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.
• To complete the removal procedure, go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 193.

Installing or removing the ThinkServer Trusted Platform Module

The ThinkServer Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is a security chip designed by the Trusted Computing
Group (TCG) to provide a hardware method of data encryption. It stores passwords, encryption keys,
and digital certificates to help provide security solutions and protect the computer. You can purchase a
TPM option from Lenovo.
For a list of ThinkServer options, go to:
http://lenovoquickpick.com/usa/home/thinkserver/rack-and-tower-server
Installing the TPM
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:
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