User Guide
132 Installing System Components
Installing the Control Panel Board
1
Install the front panel screw in the screw hole located beneath the left USB 
connector. See Figure 3-22.
2
Install the control panel board in the system chassis and secure with the 
three Torx screws. See Figure 3-22.
3
Connect the display module cable to the control panel board. 
4
Connect the control panel cable and USB cable to the control panel board.
5
If applicable, reconnect the Internal SD Module cable to the control panel 
board, and install the USB key.
6
Close the system. See "Closing the System."
7
Reconnect the system to the power source and turn on the system and 
attached peripherals.
SAS Backplane 
Removing the SAS Backplane
  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
If applicable, remove the bezel. See "Removing the Front Bezel."
2
Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system 
from the electrical outlet.
3
Open the system. See "Opening the System."
  CAUTION: To prevent damage to the drives and backplane, you must remove the 
hard drives from the system before removing the backplane. 
CAUTION: You must note the number of each hard drive and temporarily label 
them before removal so that you can replace them in the same locations. 
4
Remove all hard drives. See "Removing a Hot-Swap Hard Drive."
  NOTE: You may find it easier to remove the SAS backplane if you remove the fan 
assembly first. See "Removing a Cooling Fan." 










