The SG-4860/8860 1U have built-in onboard eMMC storage. Optionally, a mSATA
drive could be installed as an upgrade or to bypass the onboard eMMC flash
memory.
Warning
Before proceeding:
Backup the configuration file, if possible.
Unplug the system for at least 60 seconds to ensure all phantom power
has dissipated.
Anti-static protection must be used throughout this procedure.
Any hardware damage incurred during this procedure is not covered by
the hardware warranty.
Note
By default, the mSATA drive will be the first drive recognized by the
Netgate® device. pfSense® Plus software must be reinstalled on the mSATA
drive.
The mSATA slot is located on the top of the SG-4860/8860 1U system board. The
mSATA slot is directly behind the Ethernet ports. There are two other similar
ports on the top of the board, but they are mPCIe ports. The mSATA drives are
not electrically compatible with mPCIe connectors.
Insert the gold leads of the mSATA drive into the slot at the angle shown.
Note
Be sure the drive label is facing up and can be seen. The drive slot is
keyed and the drive can only go in one way. Do not force the drive into
the slot.