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.
NOTE: Refer cable routing topic for more information.
Steps
1. Align the slots on the drive backplane with the guides on the system.
2. Slide the drive backplane into the guides and lower the backplane until the blue release tab clicks into place.
3. Using a Phillips #1 screwdriver, tighten the captive screws on the backplane module.
Figure 89. Installing the 14 x EDSFF E3.S drive backplane
Next steps
1. Install the drive carrier.
2. If removed, install the air shroud.
3. Install the drive backplane cover.
4. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.
Removing the 16 x EDSFF E3.S drive backplane
Prerequisites
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the drives and backplane, remove the drives from the system before removing
the backplane.
CAUTION: Note the number of each drive and temporarily label them before you remove the drive so that you
can reinstall them in the same location.
NOTE: The procedure to remove the backplane is similar for all backplane configurations.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.
2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.
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