Procedure
1. Power down the system (Power down the system).
2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the system.
3. Remove the system from the rack (Remove the system from the rack).
4. Place the system on a flat, level surface.
5. Remove the access panel (Remove the access panel).
6. Disconnect all cables from the drive backplane.
7. Remove the rear drive cage:
a. To detach the rear drive cage from system board, loosen the captive screws.
b. To detach the drive cage from the rear panel, loosen the thumbscrew.
c. Grasp and lift the rear drive cage out of the chassis.
8. Remove the drive backplane.
Removal and replacement procedures
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