6. Disconnect the VGA cable from the system board.
NOTE: Observe the routing of the cable as you remove it from the system.
7. If installed, disconnect the optical drive signal and power cables from the drive.
Steps
1. Press the blue release tabs to disengage the drive backplane from the hooks on the system.
2. Lift the drive backplane out of the system.
NOTE: To avoid damaging the backplane, ensure that you move the control panel cables from the cable routing clips
before removing the backplane.
Figure 36. Removing the backplane
Next steps
Replace the drive backplane.
Installing the drive backplane
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system.
3. Remove the air shroud.
4. Remove the backplane cover.
5. Remove all the drives.
NOTE:
To avoid damaging the backplane, ensure to move the control panel cables from the cable routing clips before
removing the backplane.
NOTE: Route the cable properly when you replace it to prevent the cable from being pinched or crimped.
Steps
1. Use the hooks on the system as guides to align the slots on the backplane with the guides on the system.
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Installing and removing system components