Chapter 3: FRU Removal and Replacement Procedures
Replacing the Node Hard Drive Backplane
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Replacing the Node Hard Drive Backplane
This section describes how to remove and replace the hard drive backplane in the DXi6900 G2 Node and
contains the following sections:
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Obtaining a Replacement Hard Drive Backplane below
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Replacing the Hard Drive Backplane below
Obtaining a Replacement Hard Drive Backplane
Before beginning the replacement procedure, make sure that you have the required replacement kit. The
appropriate replacement drive backplane will be provided by Quantum Customer Support (see
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You will need the following items to perform this procedure:
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Replacement hard drive backplane kit provided by Quantum Customer Support.
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Masking tape and felt tip marker (for temporarily labeling drives)
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ESD grounding wrist strap (included in the replacement kit)
Figure 81:
DXi6900 G2 Node Hard Drive Backplane
Illustration
Description
Replacement hard drive backplane
Replacing the Hard Drive Backplane
This section describes how to remove and replace the drive backplane in the DXi6900 G2 Node. The drive
backplane connects the SAS hard drives in the Node to the PERC H730 integrated storage controller.
Caution:
Use appropriate ESD precautions, including the use of a grounding strap, when performing
this procedure.
Removing and replacing the drive backplane in the Node includes the following steps:
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Removing a Failed Drive Backplane on the next page
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