6. Remove the drives.
7. Observe and disconnect the drive backplane cables from the connector on the system board and backplane.
Steps
1. Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, loosen the captive screw on the EDSFF E3.S backplane module.
2. Lift and pull the drive backplane out of the system.
Figure 57. Removing the EDSFF E3.S backplane module
Next steps
1. Replace the EDSFF E3.S backplane module.
Installing the EDSFF E3.S 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 front top cover.
4. Remove the cooling fan cage assembly.
5. Remove the air shroud .
6. Remove the drives.
7. Observe and disconnect the drive backplane cables from the connector on the system board and backplane.
NOTE: To avoid damaging the backplane, remove the disconnected backplane cables from the cable routing clips.
NOTE: Route the cable properly when you replace it to prevent the cable from being pinched or crimped.
Steps
1. Align the guides on the EDSFF E3.S backplane module with the slots on the system.
2. Slide the EDSFF E3.S backplane module towards the rear of the system, until it is firmly secured.
Installing and removing system components
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