Adjust the retainer on the M.2 adapter

Use this information to adjust the retainer on the M.2 adapter.

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ATTENTION: Static Sensitive Device Ground package before opening

Before adjusting the retainer on the M.2 adapter, locate the correct keyhole that the retainer should be installed into to accommodate the particular size of the M.2 drive you wish to install.

To adjust the retainer on the M.2 adapter, complete the following steps:

Figure 1. M.2 retainer adjustment

1. Press both sides of the retainer.
2. Move the retainer forward until it is in the large opening of the keyhole.
3. Take the retainer out of the keyhole.
4. Insert the retainer into the correct keyhole.
5. Press both sides of the retainer.
6. Slide the retainer backwards (toward the small opening of the keyhole) until it is seated in place.