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Figure 105. Installing the M.2 SSD
2.
If installed, remove the screw from the M.2 mounting standoff on the left side of the riser assembly.
3.
Align the notch within the SSD edge connector with the key in the M.2 connector and insert the SSD into
the connector (see Letter A).
4.
Push the free edge of the SSD towards the riser assembly (see Letter B) and secure the SSD to the M.2
mounting standoff with the previously removed screw (see Letter C).
3.9.4
M.2 Cold Plate Installation
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Liquid-Cooled Configurations Only
Due to the mechanical differences between the air-cooled and liquid-cooled configurations, the M.2 SSD
cold plate is used to absorb the heat generated by the SSD in a liquid-cooled configuration, instead of a heat
sink.
Figure 106. Installing the M.2 cold Plate
1.
If present, peel off the protective film from the thermal interface material on the cold plate.
2.
Align the cold plate to the riser assembly and slide into place in the direction shown (see Letter A).
3.
Ensure the screw holes are properly aligned (see Letter B) and secure the cold plate to the riser assembly
with a screw (see Letter C).