Remove an M.2 drive

Procedure

1. Make preparations for this task.
   1. Power off the node (see Power off the node); then, disconnect all external cables from the node.
      Note

      If necessary, press the release clip with a flat-head screwdriver to remove an external network cable from the rear of a 2U node.
      
      
   2. Remove the node from the chassis (see Remove a node from the chassis); then, carefully lay the node on a flat, static-protective surface, orienting the node with the front toward you.
      Note

      • When removing the node, note the node tray number and make sure to install the node in the same tray from which it was removed. Reinstalling the node into a different tray requires the node to be reconfigured.
      • For safety, make sure to hold the node with both hands when lifting the node.
   3. Remove the top cover (see Remove the top cover).
   4. Disconnect all the cables from the drive backplane; then, remove the drive cage assembly from the node and place it on a flat, static-protective surface (see Remove the drive cage assembly).
   5. Locate the M.2 connectors on the system board.
      Figure 1. Location of the M.2 bays on the system board
      
      

      1 M.2 bay 0

      2 M.2 bay 1

2. Remove the M.2 drive from the system board.
   1. Slightly press the retainer away from the M.2 drive to disengage the M.2 drive.
   2. Pivot the rear side of the M.2 drive slightly away from the system board.
   3. Pull the M.2 drive out of the connector at an angle of approximately 15 degrees.
      Figure 2. Removal of an M.2 drive