CHAPTER 4: Installing Components

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Replacing the hot-swap backplane

Caution

The hot-swap backplane is not hot-swappable. Before removing or replacing the backplane, you must first turn off the server and all peripheral devices attached to the server, and remove the AC power cord(s) from the power supply or wall outlet.

Caution

Pressing or pulling on any components on the backplane could result in damage to the backplane.

To replace the hot-swap backplane:

1Follow the instructions in “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 30. Make sure that you turn off the server, then unplug the power cord(s) and all other cables connected to the server.

2Unlock the bezel (if necessary) and remove it by pulling it straight off the front of the server.

3Follow the instructions in “Opening the server case” on page 31.

4Remove all of the hot-swap drive carriers from the server and make note of which bay you remove each drive from. For instructions, see “Removing and installing a hard drive” on page 37.

5Remove the system fans and fan duct by following the instructions in “Replacing system fans” on page 46.

6Disconnect all cables from the backplane.

7Pull the backplane bracket and backplane (1) out of the chassis.

Caution

Make sure you do not pinch, bind, or damage any cables as you install the backplane.

8Press the release tab (2) on the backplane bracket and push the backplane to the left (3).

9Pull the backplane from the backplane bracket.

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