SonicWall
®
Flexible Storage Module
Installation
This document provides instructions for removing and installing the
Flexible Storage Module in your
NS
a
appliance. The storage module
must be installed in the M1 slot on the back of your
NS
a
appliance.
Rear View Similar to the
NS
a
2650/3650
Rear View Similar to the
NS
a
4650-9650
For more information on safety and regulatory information, refer to
the
Quick Start Guide
for the product in which the Flexible Storage
Module is being installed.
Removing the Cover Plate or Defective Flexible
Storage Module
To remove the cover plate or a defective Flexible Storage Module
from the
NS
a
appliance:
1
Power off the appliance by pressing the power button on the lower
right corner on the front panel.
2
Loosen the thumb screws in the M1 slot.
3
Grip the thumb screws and remove the cover plate.
4
Grip the thumb screws and slide the storage module out of the
appliance.
Installing the Flexible Storage Module
To install the new Flexible Storage Module unit in the
NS
a
appliance:
1
Remove the new storage module from the shipping package.
2
Remove the M1 cover plate or defective storage module if not
already done.
3
Insert the new storage module into the empty slot, label side up.
4
Press the storage module firmly into place to seat the connectors.
5
Tighten both thumb screws by pushing in and turning to the right.
6
Tighten the thumb screws with a Phillips head screw driver.
7
Power the appliance on by pressing the power button on the front
of the appliance, to confirm operation.
CAUTION:
The Flexible Storage Module contains parts and
assemblies susceptible to damage by electrostatic discharge
(ESD). To prevent damage, handle the module using standard
ESD procedures such as storing in an electrostatic bag and
handling while grounded.
NOTE:
The Flexible Storage Module is not hot swappable. The
appliance needs to be powered down before replacing it. You
may want to back up the data on the
NS
a
appliance prior to
removing and installing the device.
M1: FLEXIBLE STORAGE EXPANSION MODULE
M1: FLEXIBLE STORAGE EXPANSION MODULE
CAUTION:
Do NOT insert anything except the Flexible Storage
Module into the slot labeled for the module (M1). The module
is not designed to fit in the M0 slot.
