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Installing the 2.5-inch simple-swap hard-disk-drive backplate assembly

There are three types of 2.5-inch simple-swap hard-disk-drive backplate assemblies. In the following illustrations, type a and b are for server models with RAID adapters and type c is for server models with onboard software RAID configuration.
Figure 1. 2.5-inch simple-swap hard-disk-drive backplate assemblies
2.5-inch simple-swap hard-disk-drive backplate assemblies

1 Power connector

2 Mini-SAS signal connector

To install the 2.5-inch simple-swap hard-disk-drive backplate assembly, do the following:

  1. Align the backplate assembly with the backplate assembly alignment slots in the chassis. Then, carefully lower the backplate assembly into the chassis until it is seated firmly.
    Figure 2. 2.5-inch simple-swap hard-disk-drive backplate assembly installation
    2.5-inch simple-swap hard-disk-drive backplate assembly installation


  2. Connect the cables to the RAID adapter or system board. Refer to the following topics:
  3. Reinstall the hard disk drives or fillers. See Installing a simple-swap hard disk drive.
  4. Complete the parts replacement. See Completing the parts replacement.