Lenovo ThinkServer RD650 - Manual (Page 159)

8. Carefully lift the backplane straight up a little bit so that the small hooks 1 on the chassis are aligned
with the corresponding holes in the backplane. Then, move the backplane to the rear of the chassis to
release the backplane from the hooks
1 .
1
Figure 128. Removing the front backplane
9. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new backplane to any unpainted surface on the
outside of the server. Then, remove the new backplane from the package.
Note: Carefully handle the backplane by its edges.
10. Note the orientation of the new backplane. Ensure that the small hooks 1 on the chassis pass through
the corresponding holes in the new backplane. Then, carefully press the new backplane straight down
so that it is secured by the latches
2 on the backplane.
1
2
Figure 129. Installing the front backplane
11. Reinstall all the drives and dummy trays (if any) in the drive bays. See “Installing or replacing a hot-swap
drive” on page 134.
12. Refer to your note to connect the cables to the new backplane.
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