The BOSS-N1 module supports up to two M.2 NVMe SSDs.
Before you begin the installation or removal process, follow the
safety guidelines and
before working inside the system instructions.
Table 1. BOSS-N1 module kit components The table describes the components in the BOSS-N1 module kit.
Components in kit
R660 (quantity)
BOSS-N1 controller card module
1
BOSS-N1 card carrier
1 or 2*
M.2 NVMe SSD
1 or 2*
M.2 NVMe SSD capacity label
1 or 2† BOSS-N1 card filler
1
M3 x 0.5 x 4.5 mm screws
3
BOSS-N1 power cable
1
BOSS-N1 signal cable
1
BOSS-N1 cover
1
NOTE: *The quantity depends on the purchase order.
NOTE: † The quantity depends on the BOSS-N1 card carrier
To remove the BOSS blank :
Power off the system and
remove the system cover .
Using a Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove the screw that secures the BOSS-N1 module bay to the chassis.
Remove the blank from the BOSS-N1 module bay.
Figure 1. Removing the BOSS-N1 module blankTo install the BOSS-N1 module:
To install the BOSS-N1 module, see
installing the BOSS-N1 module .
To install the M.2 NVMe SSD and BOSS-N1 card carrier, see
installing the BOSS-N1 module .
NOTE: Refer to
cable routing section, configuration 20 for more information on connecting the BOSS cables to system board connectors.
NOTE: Installing the BOSS-N1 card carrier does not require the system to be powered off. System shutdown is only required when installing the BOSS-N1 controller card module.