rSPI card (optional)

rSPI (restore Serial Peripheral Interface) is a SPI flash device to store information about the system Service Tag, system configuration, or iDRAC license.

Removing the rSPI card

Prerequisites

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1.Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.

2.Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver ready.

3.Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.

Steps

1.Remove the two screws securing the rSPI card to the system board.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the rSPI card, you must hold the card only by its edges.

2.Lift the card up and away from the system.

Figure 17. Removing and installing the rSPI card

 

 

1.

screw (2)

2.

rSPI card

3.

standoff (2)

4.

connector

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Dell M630 owner manual RSPI card optional, Removing the rSPI card