Owners Manual

Next steps
1. Install the hard-drive or SSD backplane.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Installing a 2.5-inch (x4) SATA hard-drive or SSD backplane
Removing a server module
Removing the system cover
After working inside your system
Installing a 2.5-inch (x4) SATA hard-drive or SSD backplane
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 came with the product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver ready.
4. Remove the hard-drive or SSD backplane.
NOTE: You must remove the hard-drive or SSD backplane to replace a faulty hard-drive or SSD
backplane or service other components inside the system.
Steps
1. Align the retention screws on the hard-drive or SSD backplane cable connector with the screw holes
on the system board connector.
2. Tighten the two retention screws to secure the backplane cable connector on the system board.
3. Install the hard-drive or SSD cage.
4. Align the guides on the hard-drive or SSD backplane with the guide pins on the hard-drive or SSD
cage.
5. Press down on the hard-drive or SSD backplane until the tabs on the release latches engage with the
slots on the chassis.
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