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). The procedure must be executed by a trained technician.

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 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.
• If the server is in a rack, remove it from the rack. See Remove the server from rack.
• Remove any locking device that secures the server, such as a Kensington lock or a padlock.
• Place the server on its side with the cover up.
• 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.
• 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.

Procedure

1. Make preparation for this 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 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.
   4. If applicable, remove the drive cage (bay 3). See Remove the drive cage (bay 3).
   5. If applicable, remove the PCIe adapter in slot 3. See Remove a PCIe adapter.
   6. If applicable, remove the M.2 boot adapter. See Remove the M.2 boot adapter.
2. Remove the firmware and RoT security module.
   1. Loosen the two screws on the firmware and RoT security module.
   2. Lift the firmware and RoT security module out of the system board.
   Figure 1. Firmware and RoT security module removal