Installing The M.2 Sata Ssd Enablement Option - HP ProLiant ML30 Gen10 Plus User Manual

Installing the M.2 SATA SSD enablement option

Installing the M.2 SATA SSD enablement option
The M.2 SATA SSD enablement option includes a PCIe3 x8 add-in card (AIC) that supports two M.2 2280 SATA SSDs. This AIC is only
compatible with Windows operating systems. This server supports the installation of one M.2 SATA SSD enablement option.
CAUTION: CAUTION:
A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor might damage system boards or other static-sensitive
devices. To prevent damage, observe antistatic precautions.
CAUTION: CAUTION:
To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless all PCIe slots have either an
expansion slot cover or an expansion card installed.
Prerequisites Prerequisites
Make sure that the server is updated with the latest operating system firmware and drivers.
Make sure that the PCI fan is installed
Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have the following items available:
T-15 Torx screwdriver
Phillips No. 1 screwdriver—This tool is required if the M.2 SSDs are not preinstalled on the AIC.
Procedure Procedure
Installing the drives onto the M.2 SATA add-in card Installing the drives onto the M.2 SATA add-in card
1. Insert the SSD into the M.2 slot at a 45° angle.
2. Carefully press the SSD down to the horizontal position.
3. Install the SSD mounting screw.
Installing the M.2 SATA SSD add-in card Installing the M.2 SATA SSD add-in card
4. Power down the server.
5. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
6. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.
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