• Connecting backplane 1 to RAID adapter that is installed in slot 15
• Connecting backplane 4 to RAID adapter that is installed in slot 14
Connecting cables to the processor and memory expansion tray
Follow the instructions in this section to learn how to connect cables to the processor and memory
expansion tray.
When working on cable routing plans that involve the processor and memory expansion tray, perform the
procedure in the following order.
1. Connect the following:
• Connect all the cables in the plan to corresponding drive backplanes.
• Connect all the SAS/SATA cables to the adapters or the on-board SAS/SATA connector.
• If applicable, connect the two PCIe cables to the connectors on the system board.
2. Install the expansion tray air baffle.
Figure 26. Installing the expansion tray air baffle
3. Align the processor and memory expansion tray with the two pairs of guides on the sides, and lower it
into the chassis.
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