Remove the Firmware and RoT Security Module

Follow instructions in this section to remove the ThinkSystem V3 Firmware and Root of Trust Security Module (Firmware and RoT Security Module).

About this task

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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.

Important

This task must be operated by trained technicians that are certified by Lenovo Service. Do not 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, disconnect the power cords from the primary chassis, then disconnect the power cords from the secondary chassis. 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.

• If the server is installed in a rack, remove the server from the rack. See Remove the server from rails.

Procedure

1. Make preparation for the task.
   1. Perform OneCLI commands to back up the UEFI settings. See OneCLI commands that save configuration settings.
   2. Perform both OneCLI commands and XCC actions to back up the XCC settings. See OneCLI commands that save configuration settings and Using XCC to back up the BMC configuration.
   3. Remove the front top cover. See Remove the front top cover.
   4. Remove the upper processor board (CPU BD) air baffle. See Remove the upper processor board (CPU BD) air baffle.
   5. Remove the upper processor board (CPU BD). See Remove the upper processor board (CPU BD).
   6. Remove the support bracket. See Remove the support bracket.
   7. For primary chassis only, remove the system I/O board and interposer assembly. See Remove the system I/O board and interposer board.
2. Remove the Firmware and RoT Security Module.
   Figure 1. Firmware and RoT Security Module removal
   
   
   1. Loosen the two screws on the Firmware and RoT Security Module.
   2. Lift the Firmware and RoT Security Module out of the chassis.