Removing the simple-swap backplate
This procedure applies only to server models that have a simple-swap backplate
installed on the back of the hard disk drive cage.
To remove the simple-swap backplate, complete the following steps.
Retaining tab
Drive cage
release tab
Retaining
latch
Locating pins
Simple-swap
backplate
1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines”
on page 73.
2. Turn off the server and all attached devices; then, disconnect all power cords
and external cables.
3. Unlock and remove the side cover (see “Removing the side cover” on page
77).
4. Remove the lower bezel (see “Removing the lower bezel” on page 79).
5. Remove the simple-swap hard disk drives that are installed in the hard disk
drive cage (see “Removing a simple-swap hard disk drive” on page 96).
6. Remove the front fan assembly from the hard disk drive cage (see “Removing
the front system fan assembly” on page 107).
7. Disconnect the power cables from the simple-swap backplate.
8. Disconnect the signal cables from the system board.
9. Press and hold the drive cage release tab; then, rotate the drive cage out of
the chassis until the retaining tab on top of the cage locks into place.
10. Press up on the retaining latch at the top of the drive cage; then, tilt the top of
the simple-swap backplate away from the drive cage until it is clear of the
locating pins.
11. Lift the simple-swap backplate out of the lower lip on the drive cage.
12. If you are instructed to return the simple-swap backplate, follow all packaging
instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to
you.
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