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Install a firmware and RoT security module

Follow instructions in this section to install a firmware and RoT security module (ThinkSystem V3 Firmware and Root of Trust Security Module).

About this task

Important

This task must be operated by trained technicians that are certified by Lenovo Service. Do not attempt to remove or install the part without proper training and qualification.

(Lenovo trained technician only) After replacing the firmware and RoT security module, update the UEFI firmware to the specific version supported by the server. For detailed information on how to update the firmware, see Tip for replacing a firmware and RoT security module (Lenovo service technicians only).

To avoid potential danger, make sure to read and follow the safety information.

Attention

  • Read Installation Guidelines and Safety inspection checklist to make sure that you work safely.

  • Touch the static-protective package that contains the component to any unpainted metal surface on the node and chassis; then, take the component out of the package and place it on a static-protective surface.

Firmware and driver download: You might need to update the firmware or driver after replacing a component.

Procedure

  1. Touch the static-protective package that contains the component to any unpainted metal surface on the node and chassis; then, take the component out of the package and place it on a static-protective surface.
  2. Locate the Firmware and RoT security module connector on the system board.
    Figure 1. Location of the Firmware and RoT security module

  3. Install the firmware and RoT security module to the node.
    1. Lower the firmware and RoT security module onto the system board and make sure that the connector on the module is correctly inserted into the slot on the system board.
    2. Tighten the two screws to secure the firmware and RoT security module.
      Figure 2. Installation of the firmware and RoT security module
      Installation of the firmware and RoT security module

After this task is completed

  1. Reinstall the processor heat sink (see Install a processor and heat sink).
    Important
    This task must be operated by trained technicians.
  2. Make sure that all the required cables are routed and connected correctly; then, reinstall the top cover (see Install the top cover).
  3. Reinstall the node into the chassis (see Install a node to the chassis).
  4. Make sure that the required power supply units are installed and power cords are connected; then, power on the node (see Install a hot-swap power supply and Power on the node.)
  5. Proceed to complete the parts replacement (see Complete the parts replacement).
  6. Update the UEFI, XCC and LXPM firmware to the specific version supported by the server. See Tip for replacing a Firmware and RoT Security Module (Lenovo service technicians only).
  7. Perform OneCLI commands to back up the UEFI settings. See OneCLI commands that save configuration settings.
  8. Perform both OneCLI commands and XCC actions to back up the XCC settings. See OneCLI commands that save configuration settings and Using XCC to back up the BMC configuration.
  9. Optionally, do the following if needed:

Demo video

Watch the procedure on YouTube