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Dell EMC PowerEdge R740 Installation and Service Manual

Installing the M.2 SSD module

Prerequisites

  1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions.

Steps

  1. Align the M.2 SSD module connectors with the connectors on the BOSS card.
  2. Push the M.2 SSD module until the module is seated firmly on the BOSS card.
  3. Secure the M.2 SSD module on the BOSS card with the retention straps and screws.
    Figure 1. Installing the M.2 SSD module
    This image shows how to install the M.2 SSD module.

Next steps

  1. Install the BOSS card.
    NOTE:Installing the BOSS card is similar to installing the expansion card riser.
  2. Install the air shroud .
  3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.

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