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Figure 23 Backplane Connectors of server with 12 HDD (solder side)
Item Description
1 10-pin power connector
2 LED signal cable connect to rear 2 HDD option
3 SAS connector
4 Cable connectors for rear 2 HDD option
WARNING: Ensure that the system is powered off and all power sources have been disconnected
from the server. Voltages are present at various locations within the server whenever an AC power
source is connected. This voltage is present even when the main power switch is in the off position.
To remove the backplane:
1. Remove all drives out of the drive bays. Refer to the Hard Drives section in this chapter for
detailed procedures.
2. Remove the top cover.
3. Remove the top middle cover.
4. Remove the backplane.
a. Remove all cables including optical drive cables.
b. Remove the screws that secure the backplane to the hard drive cage.
c. Pull the backplane up and out to release it from the hard drive cage.