Replacing the SD adapter

Use this information to replace a SD adapter.

Important: If your SD adapter option comes with VMware vSphere ESXi software preloaded, you must make configuration changes to your system UEFI before installing the SD adapter in your compute node. See the documentation that comes with the SD adapter and Using the Setup utility for information and instructions.
Before you install the SD adapter, complete the following steps:
  1. Read Safety and Installation guidelines.
  2. If the compute node is installed in a NeXtScale n1200 Enclosure, remove it (see Removing a compute node from a chassis for instructions).
  3. Carefully lay the compute node on a flat, static-protective surface, orienting the compute node with the bezel pointing toward you.
To install the SD adapter, complete the following steps:
  1. Remove the cover (see Removing the compute node cover).
  2. Remove PCI riser-card assembly 2 (see Removing a PCI riser-cage assembly).
  3. Insert the SD cards into the SD adapter.
  4. Align the SD adapter with the alignment pins and connector; then, push downwards until it is firmly seated.
  5. Fasten the two screws.
    Figure 1. SD adapter installation
    SD adapter installation
  6. See the , that comes with the option, for information about how to configure the SD adapter.
  7. Reconnect the power cords and any cables that you removed.
  8. Reinstall the cover (see Installing the compute node cover).
  9. Slide the server into the rack.
  10. Turn on the peripheral devices and the server.
Parent topic: Removing and replacing Tier 1 CRUs