Replacing A Simple-Swap Hard Disk Drive Backplate - Lenovo x3550 M5 Installation And Service Manual

Figure 135. 4 x 3.5-inch simple-swap hard disk drive backplate assembly removal
Step 7. Disconnect the power and signal cables from the system board.
If you are instructed to return the hard disk drive backplate assembly, follow all packaging instructions, and
use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.

Replacing a simple-swap hard disk drive backplate

Use this information to replace a simple-swap hard disk drive backplate.
To install the replacement simple-swap hard disk drive backplate assembly, complete the following steps:
Note: The ten 2.5-inch simple-swap hard disk drive model is not supported.
Step 1. Read the safety information that begins on "Safety" on page v and "Installation guidelines" on
page 116.
Step 2. Install the simple-swap hard disk drive backplate assembly. Based on the server configuration, the
simple-swap hard disk drive backplate assembly may appear as either of the following two.
Steps for installing a 4 x 2.5-inch simple-swap hard disk drive backplate assembly.
Note: Two 4 x 2.5-inch simple-swap hard disk drive backplate assemblies are used for the eight
2.5-inch hard disk drive server configuration.
a. Align the backplate assembly with the slots on the chassis.
b. Carefully lower the backplate assembly into the chassis until it is seated firmly.
4 x 3.5-inch hard disk drive backplate
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