Owner`s manual

Installing System Components 133
5
Disconnect the power cable from the end of the SAS backplane.
6
Disconnect the SAS data cables from the backplane.
7
Remove the SAS backplane from the system:
a
While pulling the two blue latches towards the front of the system,
slide the backplane upward. See Figure 3-23.
b
When the backplane cannot slide upward any farther, pull the
backplane toward the back of the system to remove it from the
retention hooks.
c
Lift the board out of the system, being careful to avoid damaging
components on the face of the board.
d
Place the SAS backplane face down on a work surface.