Inventec N800G3 - HDD Backplane

Hardware Operations
2015-MNU-000023
2-23
2.13 3.5” HDD Backplane
The backplane can support up to four 3.5” HDDs with adapter bracket in the system. The
design incorporates a hot-swappable feature to allow easy replacement of HDDs. The SATA
connectors on the backplane connect to the motherboard to provide power and indicate HDD
access and failure.
The location of 3.5” HDD backplane is shown below:
Figure 2-43 3.5” HDD Backplane Location
Reminder
Before you remove or install the 3.5” HDD backplane, please follow the steps below:
Step 1:
Make sure the server is not turned on or connected to the AC power. To power off
the server, see “2.1.1 Power Off”.
Step 2:
Remove the chassis cover. To remove the chassis cover, see “2
.2 Chassis
Cover”.
Step 3:
Remove the HDDs.To remove a HDD, see ”2.11
3.5”SATA HDDs”.
Step 4:
Disconnect all the necessary cables.