Removing and reinstalling the backplane

DO NOT remove the backplane unless necessary!

1.Remove the hot-swap HDD module from the bay if it has been installed.

2.Pull down the tray lever until the tray pops out slightly, indicating that it is released.

3.Repeat the previous step to release all the installed disk drives.

4.Loosen both screws with a screw driver or your fingers.

5.

Push the backplane outward so

 

 

 

that the outer edge protrudes

 

 

slightly from the slot.

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6.

Hold on to the backplane, lift it up

 

and remove it from the module.

 

 

 

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7.Follow the previous instructions in reverse to reinstall the backplane.

ASUS TS500-E5

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