How to replace the Front PERC Module on a PowerEdge R6715

This 3D experience gives you the step by step process of replacing the Front PERC Module and a PE R6715. The procedure will also include removing the System Cover, Drive Backplane Cover and reinstalling them.

Removal

System Cover

1. Identify the system cover highlighted in blue.
2. Using a Philips #2 screwdriver, rotate the lock counterclockwise to the unlock position.
3. Lift the release latch until the system cover slides back.
4. Lift the cover from the system.

Drive Backplane Cover

1. Identify the drive backplane cover highlighted in blue.
2. Slide and lift the drive backplane cover in the direction of the arrows marked on the cover.

Front PERC Module

1. Identify the front PERC module highlighted in blue.
2. Disconnect the cables from the PERC module.
3. Pull the plunger, then slide and lift the front PERC module out of the chassis.

Install

Front PERC Module

1. Identify the internal PERC riser location highlighted in blue.
2. Hold the plunger and slide the front PERC module into the chassis until the plunger locks it in place.
3. Connect the cables to the PERC module.

Drive Backplane Cover

1. Identify the drive backplane cover location highlighted in blue.
2. Align with the guide slots and slide the drive backplane cover to the front of the system until it fits into place.

System Cover

1. Identify the system cover location highlighted in blue.
2. Align the tabs on the system cover with the guide slots on the system, and slide the system cover.
3. Close the system cover release latch.
4. Using a Philips #2 screwdriver, rotate the lock clockwise to the locked position.