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3 sideband cable 4 hard-drive backplane (back)
5 SAS/SATA connectors (2) 6 SAS cable
7 release pin
Figure 71. Cabling Diagram—Optional 2.5 Inch (x2) Hard-Drive Backplane (back) —PowerEdge R720xd
1
PCIe card holder 2 hard-drive backplane (back)
3 system board 4 integrated storage controller card
5 SAS connector on the system board 6 cable retention bracket
7 x12 or x24 hard-drive backplane
Installing The Optional Hard-Drive Backplane (Back)
NOTE
: This procedure applies only to PowerEdge R720xd.
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certied 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 Turn o the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
2 Open the system.
3 Align the notches on the backplane with the notches on the chassis.
4 Lift the release pin and slide the backplane on the chassis until rmly seated.
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Installing System Components