Removing The I/O Panel (R730Xd) - Dell PowerEdge R730 Owner's Manual

Steps
1. Fold the PPID label around the cable.
2. Fold the pull tab close to the connector and guide the connector and pull tab into the channel.
3. Push the cable until the cable passes completely through the channel.
4. Tighten the screws to secure the control panel to the chassis.
NOTE: You must route the cable properly to prevent it from being pinched or crimped.
5. Connect the cable connector to the hard-drive backplane by pushing on the center of the
connector.
Next steps
Follow the procedure listed in

Removing the I/O panel (R730xd)

Prerequisites
1. Ensure that you read the
2. Follow the procedure listed in
3. Keep the T15 Torx screwdriver handy.
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that came with the product.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the I/O cable, you must release the locking tab before removing
or installing the I/O cable from the connector on the hard-drive backplane.
Steps
1. Rotate the locking tab on the I/O cable connector clockwise 90 degrees to release the lock.
For more information on the locking tab, see
2. Disconnect the I/O cable from the backplane.
3. Remove the screws securing the I/O panel to the chassis.
4. Pull out the I/O panel cable through the channel on the chassis.
After working inside your
Safety instructions.
Before working inside your
Removing the hard-drive backplane
system.
system.
(R730xd).
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