After you finish 
•  Install a replacement unit. See “Install the 2.5-inch drive backplane” on page 274.
•  If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use 
any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
Install the 2.5-inch drive backplane
Follow instructions in this section to install the 2.5-inch drive backplane.
About this task
Attention: 
•  Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 121 and “Safety inspection checklist” on page 122 to ensure that 
you work safely.
•  Touch the static-protective package that contains the component to any unpainted metal surface on the 
server; then, remove it from the package and place it on a static-protective surface.
Watch the procedure. A video of the installation and removal process is available: 
•  YouTube: 
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-BXei6L6c05osQVLt4w5XYx
•  Youku: https://list.youku.com/albumlist/show/id_59636529
Procedure
Step 1.  Position the 2.5-inch drive backplane and the backplane module as illustrated below. Align the 
square-shape guide slot on the drive backplane to the square-shape guide pin on backplane 
module, and align the screw holes on backplane and the backplane module. Then, insert the 
backplane into the backplane module. 
Note: Make sure the backplane and backplane module position is arranged as illustrated below.
Figure 207. Inserting the 2.5-inch drive backplane into the module
Step 2.  Hold the backplane and the backplane module together; then, turn them over as illustrated below. 
Fasten the two screws to secure the backplane to the backplane module. 
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