Oracle X5-8 Service Manual page 213

The connector (back) side of the SMOD should still be facing you.
7. DIsconnect the ESM extension cable from the HBA [1].
8. Disconnect the ESM extension cable from the clips on the enclosure wall [2].
9. Remove the old ESM extension cable.
10. Route the new ESM extension cable from the HBA, under the support beams,
through the clips [2], and through the slot [3].
Turn the SMOD over.
11.
Connect the ESM extension cable to the connector on the ESM.
12.
Replace the ESM Extension Cable
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