SuperServer AS -2124BT-H(N)TR User's Manual
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Installing the M.2 SSD
1. Remove the node from the chassis, exposing the motherboard.
2.
Check that the plastic standoff is in the correct position for your SSD. If not, gently pull
the entire plastic standoff from the motherboard and insert it in the correct hole.
3.
Insert the SSD into the socket (J2) on the motherboard, then push it flat against the
plastic standoff.
4.
Secure the SSD by firmly inserting the standoff plug.
5. Replace the node into the chassis.
Figure 3-11. Position of M.2 Socket and Standoffs
Installing an M.2 Solid State Drive
The motherboard can accommodate an M.2 solid state drive (SSD). The M.2 socket supports
PCIe 3.0 x4 (32 Gb/s) SSD cards in the 2280 or 22110 form factors. For the 22110 form
factor, the appropriate standoff comes pre-installed on the motherboard. To install a 2280
device, the standoff must be moved.
Caution:
Use industry-standard anti-static equipment, such as gloves or wrist strap, and
follow precautions to avoid damage caused by ESD.
Note:
M.2 for should be used for operating systems only. It is not designed for read/write
intensive applications. Also, there are some thermal limitations. Please contact Supermicro
Support before installing an M.2 device.
BMC FLASH
M.2 Socket
22110 Standoff
2280 Standoff