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Replace SATA and NVMe spacers

Use this information to replace a SATA or NVMe spacer based on the configuration of your compute node.

About this task
Attention
Read the Installation Guidelines to ensure that you work safely.
Procedure

Note
Make sure the following components have been removed from the compute node before replacing a spacer:

  1. Remove the existing spacer from the compute node by removing the screw located inside of the spacer as illustrated.
  2. Install the SATA or NVMe spacer based on the type of drive(s) you will install into the drive cage assembly.
    Figure 1. SATA and NVMe spacers installation
    SATA and NVMe spacers installation
    Table 1. List of spacers
    1 SATA spacer2 NVMe spacer
    1. Align the opening on top of the spacer with the slot on the compute node tray as illustrated.
    2. Insert the screw into the slot through the opening on top of the spacer and tighten the screw to secure the spacer to the compute node tray.