Removing The Optional Hard-Drive Backplane (Back) - Dell PE R720XD Owner's Manual

6. Install the hard drives in their original locations.
7. Close the system.
8. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.
9. If applicable, install the front bezel.

Removing The Optional Hard-Drive Backplane (Back)

NOTE: This procedure applies only to PowerEdge R720xd.
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform
troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or
telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your
warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
2. Open the system.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the drives and backplane, you must remove the hard drives from the system
before removing the backplane.
CAUTION: You must note the number of each hard drive and temporarily label them before removal so that you can
replace them in the same locations.
3. Remove both hard drives.
4. Disconnect all the cables from the backplane.
5. Lift the release pin and slide the backplane away from the chassis.
6. Lift the backplane to remove it from the chassis.
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