Drive backplaneconfigurations ConnectorsSATA_BP connector on the systemboard J_PERC connector on the systemboard2.5 inch (x8) SASbackplane -SAS backplane cable connector thatconnects eight hard drives/SSDs tothe system board.2.5 inch (x8) SATAbackplaneSATA backplane cable connector thatconnects eight hard drives/SSDs tothe system board.-2.5 inch (x6) SATA plus2.5 inch (x2) PCIebackplaneSATA drive backplane cableconnector that connects six harddrives/SSDs to the system board.PCIe drive backplane cable connectorthat connects two PCIe SSDs to thesystem board.1.8 inch (x16) SAS SSDbackplaneSAS drive backplane cable connectorthat connects SSDs populated in bays8-15 to the system board.SAS backplane cable connector thatconnects SSDs populated in bays 0-7to the system board through anexpander card. For more informationabout installing an expander card, seeExpander card.NOTE: Ensure that you install an expander card on the system board if you are using 1.8 inch (x16)SSD system. For information about the installation procedure, see Expander card.NOTE: For more information about hard drive/SSD bay numbering, see Hard drive/SSD baynumbering.NOTE: To locate SATA_BP and J_PERC connectors on the system board, see System boardconnectors.Removing a 2.5 inch (x8) SATA hard drive/SSD backplanePrerequisitesCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should onlyperform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or asdirected by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that isnot authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructionsthat came with the product.NOTE: You must remove the hard drive/SSD backplane to replace a faulty hard drive/SSD backplaneor service other components inside the system.1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.3. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver ready.CAUTION: To prevent damage to the hard drives/SSDs and the hard drive/SSD backplane,you must remove the hard drives/SSDs from the sled before removing the hard drive/SSDbackplane.CAUTION: You must note the number of each hard drive/SSD and temporarily label thembefore removal so that you can replace them in the same locations.89
