Figure 118. Removing the optional 2.5 inch (x2) hard drive backplane
1. SAS cable 2. release pin
3. hard drive connector (2) 4. power cable
5. backplane signal cable
Related references
Safety instructions on page 67
Related tasks
Before working inside your system on page 68
Removing a hot swappable hard drive or solid state drive on page 163
After working inside your system on page 68
Installing the optional hard drive backplane (rear)
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
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 are shipped with your product.
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