Installing an M.2 NVMe SSD on an M.2 SSD/dedicated iLO/serial port enablement board

Prerequisites
Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have the following tools available:

  • T-15 Torx screwdriver

  • 4.5 mm hex nut screwdriver

  • Phillips No. 1 screwdriver

Procedure
  1. Power down the server.
  2. Remove all power:
    1. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
    2. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
  3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.
  4. Do one of the following:
  5. Remove the front bezel.
  6. Remove the access panel.
  7. If installed, remove the air baffle.
  8. Install the M.2 SSD/dedicated iLO/serial port enablement board.
  9. Identify the appropriate standoff position and install the hex nut.
  10. Install the M.2 SSD:
    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 an M.2 SSD
  11. If removed, install the air baffle.
  12. Install the access panel.
  13. Install the front bezel.
  14. Do one of the following:
  15. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.
  16. Connect the power cords:
    1. Connect each power cord to the server.
    2. Connect each power cord to the power source.
  17. Power up the server.

The installation is complete.

To configure the M.2 SSD, see the HPE Smart Array SR Gen10 Configuration Guide at the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website.