Replacing A Simple-Swap Hard Disk Drive Backplate - IBM System x3550 M5 Type 5463 Installation And Service Manual

Figure 128. 4 x 3.5-inch simple-swap hard disk drive backplate assembly removal
7. Disconnect the power and signal cables from the system board.
Results
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.
About this task
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.
Procedure
1. Read the safety information that begins on "Safety" on page vii and
"Installation guidelines" on page 122.
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.
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