Replacing software RAID simple-swap hard disk drive backplate with hardware RAID simple-swap hard disk drive backplate

Use this information to replace software RAID simple-swap hard disk drive backplate with hardware RAID simple-swap hard disk drive backplate.

1. Remove the cover (see Removing the cover).
2. Remove the hard disk drives out of the server (see Removing a hot-swap hard disk drive or Removing a simple-swap hard disk drive).
3. Disconnect the cable connections between the backplate and both the system board and power supply (fixed or redundant).
   Figure 1. Software RAID signal cable routing for fixed power supply
   
   

   Figure 2. Software RAID signal cable routing for redundant power supply
   
   
4. Lift the backplate out of the server.
5. Slide the replacement backplate into the guide channels, making sure that any nearby wires or cables are not trapped or pinched.
6. Replace the backplate assembly (see Replacing the 2.5-inch simple-swap hard disk drive backplate assembly or Replacing the 3.5-inch simple-swap hard disk drive backplate assembly).
7. Connect the respective signal and power cables of the replacement backplate to the hardware RAID card and power supply (fixed or redundant).
   Note

   Make sure the relevant cables pass through the cable clips.
   Figure 3. Hardware RAID signal cable routing for fixed power supply (Hardware RAID card inserted on the right side)
   
   

   Figure 4. Hardware RAID signal cable routing for fixed power supply (Hardware RAID card inserted on the left side)
   
   

   Figure 5. Hardware RAID signal cable routing for redundant power supply (Hardware RAID card inserted on the right side)
   
   

   Figure 6. Hardware RAID signal cable routing for redundant power supply (Hardware RAID card inserted on the left side)
   
   
8. Reinstall the cover (see Replacing the cover).
9. Reinstall the hard disk drives and filler panels (see Replacing a hot-swap hard disk drive and Replacing a simple-swap hard disk drive).