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Remove the M.2 boot adapter

Follow instructions in this section to remove the M.2 boot adapter.

About this task

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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.
Attention

Procedure

  1. Make preparation for this task.
    1. Remove the server cover. See Remove the server cover.
      Attention
      The heat sinks and processor could be very hot. To avoid burning yourself, wait for a few minutes after turning off the server before you remove the server cover.
    2. Disconnect the M.2 boot adapter cables from the system board.
    3. Remove the PCIe adapter that secures the M.2 boot adapter. See Remove a PCIe adapter.
    4. Remove the M.2 drives from the M.2 boot adapter. See Remove an M.2 drive.
  2. Disconnect the power and signal cables from the M.2 boot adapter.
    Figure 1. Disconnecting the power and signal cables
    Disconnecting the power and signal cables
  3. Remove the M.2 boot adapter.
    1. Remove the screw that secures the M.2 boot adapter to the PCIe adapter.
    2. Loosen the captive screw on the M.2 boot adapter.
    3. Slightly slide the M.2 boot adapter as illustrated and carefully separate it from the PCIe adapter.
    Figure 2. Removing the M.2 boot adapter
    Removing the M.2 boot adapter

After you finish

  1. Install another M.2 boot adapter if necessary. See Install the M.2 boot adapter. Otherwise, install a bracket to cover the vacancy on the chassis, and close the retainer.

  2. 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.

Demo video

Watch the procedure on YouTube