Hardware Installation
PixelStor 300e Hardware Installation Manual
Rev. 1, May 2013
2-12
2.4
Mid-Plane
The mid-plane consists of the drive backplane and SAS IO backplane joined together by a
mid-plane bracket. The drive backplane can support twelve
3.5” SATA II and SAS drives. The
design incorporates a hot-swappable feature to allow easy replacement of drives. The system
uses a SAS IO backplane to connect the drive backplane with the SAS IO modules and power
supply modules.
The location of the mid-plane module on the PS300e is shown below:
Figure 2-13 Mid-Plane Location
Reminder
Before you remove or install the mid-plane, please follow the steps below:
Step 1:
Make sure the PS300e is not turned on or connected to the AC power.
Step 2:
Remove the SAS IO module(s).
Step 3:
Remove the power supply module(s).
Step 4:
Remove all the drive modules.
To remove the mid-plane module:
Push in the locking buttons on both sides of the mid-plane
Lift up the mid-plane.
Figure 2-14 Removing the Mid-plane
To install the mid-plane:
