Dell EMC PowerEdge XE7100 Installation and Service Manual

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Installing the backplane

Prerequisites

CAUTION You must note the slot number of each drive and temporarily label them before removal so that you can replace them in the same slots.
NOTE Observe the routing of the cables on the chassis as you remove them from the system. You must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent the cables from being pinched or crimped.

Follow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions.

Steps

  1. Place the backplane on the expander module, aligning the screw holes on the backplane with the holes on the drive cage.
  2. Using the Phillips #2 screwdriver, replace the two screws to secure the backplane to the drive cage of expander module.
    Figure 1. Installing the backplane

    This image shows installing the backplane.

Next steps

  1. Reconnect all the disconnected cables.
  2. Install the expander module.
  3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside the system.

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