Owners Manual

Figure 113. Removing and installing the backplane for expander configuration from the hard drive cage
a. hard drive cage
b. 2.5-inch hard drive backplane for expander configuration
c. screw (11)
Related references
Safety instructions on page 62
Related tasks
Before working inside your system on page 63
Removing a hard drive carrier on page 71
Removing the system cover on page 64
Installing the 2.5-inch hard drive backplane for expander
configuration
Prerequisites
CAUTION:
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform
troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or
telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by
your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that are shipped with your product.
NOTE: You must route these cables properly through the tabs on the chassis to prevent them from being pinched or
crimped.
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
Steps
1. Install the backplane for expander configuration to the hard drive cage.
2. Install the screws that secure the backplane for expander configuration to the hard drive cage.
3. Install the expander card assembly to the hard drive cage.
4. Install the screws that secure the expander card assembly to the hard drive cage.
5. Install the hard drive cage into the chassis.
6. Install the screws that secure the control panel assemblies to the chassis.
7. Connect all the cables to the backplane for expander configuration and expander card.
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