Step 3.
Remove the backplane from the chassis.
Figure 40. Removal of backplane for 16 EDSFF drives
a.
Loosen the screw.
b.
Slightly slide the backplane as shown and then lift it up.
Step 4.
Disconnect the cables from the backplane. See "16-EDSFF drive backplane" on page 63.
After you finish
If you are instructed to return the old backplane, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging
materials that are provided.
Install the front 16-EDSFF drive backplane
Use this information to install the backplane for front 16 EDSFF drives.
About this task
Attention:
• Read "Installation guidelines" on page 83 to ensure that you work safely.
• Power off the server and disconnect all power cords for this task.
• Prevent exposure to static electricity, which might lead to system halt and loss of data, by keeping static-
sensitive components in their static-protective packages until installation, and handling these devices with
an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system.
A video for this task is available at:
• YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-Cmxb8e4L4PvMQ7J5PxvuOK
• Youku:
https://list.youku.com/albumlist/show/id_59643656
Procedure
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