Install The M.2 Backplane And M.2 Drive - Lenovo ThinkSystem SR550 Setup Manual

b. Note the orientation and align the screw holes in the low-profile bracket with the
corresponding holes in the PCIe adapter. Then, install the screws to secure the bracket to the
PCIe adapter.
Step 3. Position the PCIe adapter near the PCIe slot. Then, carefully press the PCIe adapter straight into
the slot until it is securely seated and its bracket also is secured by the chassis.
Figure 43. Installing a PCIe adapter on the system board
Step 4. Pivot the PCIe adapter retention latch to the closed position to secure the PCIe adapter in position.
Step 5. Depending on the type of the PCIe adapter, you might need to connect any required cables. Refer
to the documentation that comes with the PCIe adapter for specific information.

Install the M.2 backplane and M.2 drive

Use this information to install the M.2 backplane and M.2 drive.
"Read the
installation
Guidelines" on
page 46
Before installing the M.2 backplane and M.2 drive:
1. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new M.2 backplane and M.2 drive to any
unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the new M.2 backplane and M.2 drive out of
the package and place them on a static-protective surface.
2. Adjust the retainer on the M.2 backplane to accommodate the particular size of the M.2 drive you wish
to install. See "Adjust the retainer on the M.2 backplane" on page 77.
3. Locate the connector on each side of the M.2 backplane.
Notes:
ThinkSystem SR550 Setup Guide
74
"Power off
the server
for this task"
on page 90
"ATTENTION:
Static Sensitive Device
Ground package before opening"
on page 48