Hard Drive/SSD BackplaneDepending on your configuration:Four SAS hard-drive systemsupportsA full-length SAS hard-drive backplaneFour drivesystem (TwoSAS hard drivesand two PCIeSSDs) supportsA half-length SAS hard-drive backplane and a half-length PCIe SSD backplaneTwo SAS hard-drive systemsupportsA half-length SAS hard-drive backplaneNOTE: For more information on supported hard-Drive/SSD and drive backplane configurations, seeHard Drives/SSDs.Removing The Hard-Drive/SSD BackplaneCAUTION: 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.1. Remove the blade from the enclosure.2. Open the blade.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.CAUTION: To prevent damage to the hard drives/SSDs and backplane, you must remove thehard drives/SSDs from the blade before removing the hard-drive/SSD backplane.3. Remove the hard drive(s)/SSD(s).4. Hold both edges of the backplane near the blade chassis and lift the backplane away from the blade.34
