9 Remove the SAS backplane:
Pull the spring-loaded blue retention pin away from the front of the backplane, then slide the
a
backplane upward. See Figure 3-26.
When the backplane cannot slide upward any farther, pull the backplane toward the back of the
b
system to remove it from the retention hooks.
Lift the board out of the system, being careful to avoid damaging components on the face of the
c
board.
Place the SAS backplane face down on a work surface.
d
Figure 3-26. Removing and Installing the SAS Backplane
1
1
retention pin
4
installation alignment slot
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Installing System Components
2
2
SAS backplane
5
retention slots (7)
3
4
5
3
control-panel cable connector