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Hard disk drives (HDD) and solid state drives (SSD)
7.4.9 Replacing a 8 x 2.5-inch HDD backplane
I Your server can be equipped with up to three HDD backplanes. The
replacing procedure is always the same.
7.4.9.1 Preliminary steps
Ê "Locating the defective server" on page 53
Ê "Shutting down the server" on page 55
Ê "Disconnecting the power cord" on page 56
Ê "Getting access to the component" on page 58
Ê Release all HDD/SSD modules and pull them out a few centimeters, see
section "Removing 2.5-inch HDD/SSD modules" on page 185.
I The HDD/SSD modules need not to be removed. But if you want to
remove them nevertheless, check if all HDD/SSD modules are
uniquely identified so that you can reinsert them into their original
bays.
Ê Release all dummy modules and pull them out a few centimeters, see
section "Removing a 2.5-inch dummy module" on page 182.
Ê "Removing the fan holder" on page 233
7.4.9.2 Disconnecting the HDD backplane
Ê If applicable, remove the SAS expander board holder, see section
"Removing the SAS expander board holder" on page 201.
Field Replaceable Unit
(FRU)
Hardware: 15 minutes
Tools: flat screw driver