Procedure
- Make preparations for this task.
- Power off the node (see Power off the node); then, disconnect all external cables from the node.
If necessary, press the release clip with a flat-head screwdriver to remove an external network cable from the rear of a 2U node.![](d3-107-cable-250.png)
- 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.
- 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.
- Remove the top cover (see Remove the top cover).
- 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).
- Locate the MicroSD socket on the system board.
Figure 1. Location of the MicroSD socket![](d3-052-sd-300.png)
- Remove the MicroSD card.
Slide the socket lid to the open position.
Lift open the socket lid.
Remove the MicroSD card from the socket.Figure 2. Removal of the MicroSD card![MicroSD card removal](d3-030-sd-300.png)
After this task is completed
- Install a replacement unit (see Install a MicroSD card).
- If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.