Installing the hard drive 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.CAUTION: To prevent damage to the control panel flex cable, do not to bend the control panelflex cable after it is inserted into the connector.1. Ensure that you follow the Safety instructions.2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.Steps1. Align the slots on the backplane release tabs with the guide pins on the chassis.2. Slide the hard drive backplane into the chassis until the release tabs snap into place.3. Connect the SAS/SATA data, signal, and power cable(s) to the backplane.Next steps1. Install the hard drives in their original locations.2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.Related TasksInstalling a hot swappable hard drive carrierControl panel assemblyRemoving the LCD control panel assemblyPrerequisitesCAUTION: 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. Ensure that you follow the Safety instructions.2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.3. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.Steps1. Disconnect the cables from the control panel board.CAUTION: Do not use excessive force when removing the control panel as it can damage theconnectors.2. Hold the top edge of the LCD control panel at the corners and pull upward until the LCD controlpanel tabs are released.3. Pull the control panel away from the chassis.104
