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SXM5 PCIe switch board configuration

Use the section to understand the E3.S drive backplane cable routing for the server configuration with SXM5 PCIe switch board.

Note
  • Make sure the backplane cables are placed underneath the cables that are connected to the SXM5 PCIe switch board.
  • Make sure the backplane power cable is routed above the radiator bracket as illustrated.
Figure 1. E3.S drive backplane cable routing
E3.S drive backplane cable routing
CableFromTo
1Backplane: EDSFF 0-1SXM5 PCIe switch board: MCIO connector C
2Backplane: Power connectorSystem board assembly: Backplane power connector
3Backplane: EDSFF 2-3SXM5 PCIe switch board: MCIO connector A