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Install the firmware and RoT security module

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

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disconnect all power
CAUTION
The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.

About this task

Important

This task must be operated by trained technicians that are certified by Lenovo Service. Do no attempt to remove or install the part without proper training and qualification.

Attention

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

  • Power off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables. See Power off the server.

  • Prevent exposure to static electricity, which might lead to system halt and loss of data, by keeping static-sensitive components in their static-protective packages until installation, and handling these devices with an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system.

  • Touch the static-protective package that contains the component to any unpainted metal surface on the server; then, remove it from the package and place it on a static-protective surface.

  • After replacing the firmware and RoT security module, update the firmware to the specific version supported by the server. Make sure that you have the required firmware or a copy of the pre-existing firmware before you proceed.

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

Procedure

Install the firmware and RoT security module to the server.
Figure 1. Firmware and RoT security module installation
Firmware and RoT security module installation
  1. Lower the firmware and RoT security module onto the system board and ensure 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 in place.

After this task is completed

  1. Complete the parts replacement. See Complete the parts replacement.

  2. Update the UEFI, XCC and LXPM firmware to the specific version supported by the server. (Lenovo service technician only) See Tip for replacing a Firmware and RoT Security Module.

  3. Perform OneCLI commands to restore the UEFI settings. See OneCLI commands that restore configuration settings.

  4. Perform both OneCLI commands and XCC actions to restore the XCC settings. See OneCLI commands that restore configuration settings and Using XCC to restore the BMC configuration.

  5. Optionally, do the following if needed:

Demo Video

Watch the procedure on YouTube