Installing the SAS Backplane

1Lower the backplane into the system, being careful to avoid damaging components on the face of the board.

2Align the slots in the backplane with the retention hooks on the back of the drive bays, then move the backplane forward until the retention hooks fit through the slots in the backplane. See Figure 3-35.

3Slide the backplane downward until the two blue retention latches snap into place.

4Connect the SAS data and power cables to the SAS backplane.

5Install the hard drives in their original locations.

6Connect the optical drive cable, USB cable, and the control panel cable to the system board.

CAUTION: Handle the cables gently to prevent damage.

NOTE: In case of the twelve–hard-drive systems, connect the internal hard-drive cables.

7Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 89.

8Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

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Dell R510 owner manual Installing the SAS Backplane