How to replace the M.2 SSD card on a Poweredge R960

This 3D experience gives you the step by step process of replacing the M.2 SSD card and a Poweredge R960. The procedure will also include removing the BOSS-N1 card carrier and reinstalling them.

Removal

BOSS-N1 card carrier

Identify the BOSS-N1 card carrier highlighted in blue.

Pull and lift the BOSS-N1 card carrier retention latch lock to open.

Slide the BOSS-N1 card carrier out.

M.2 SSD card

Position the BOSS-N1 card carrier.

Identify the M.2 SSD card highlighted in blue.

Remove the screw that secures the M.2 SSD module.

Slide the M.2 SSD module away from the BOSS card.

Install

M.2 SSD card

Position the BOSS-N1 card carrier.

Identify the M.2 SSD card location highlighted in blue.

Align the notch with the tab and insert the SSD into the connector on the BOSS card.

Install the screw that secures the M.2 SSD module.

BOSS-N1 card carrier

Identify the BOSS-N1 card carrier location highlighted in blue.

Slide the BOSS-N1 card carrier into the BOSS-N1 module slot.

Close the BOSS-N1 card carrier release latch to lock the carrier in place.