7 Remove the SAS backplane:
Press the spring-loaded blue retention tab at the back of the backplane, then slide the backplane
a
upward. See Figure 1-9.
When the backplane cannot slide upward any farther, pull the backplane toward the back
b
of the system to remove it from the retention hooks.
Lift the board out of the system, being careful to avoid damaging components on the face
c
of the board.
Place the SAS backplane face down on a work surface.
d
Figure 1-9. Removing and Installing a 2.5-Inch SAS Backplane
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SAS Information Update
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2.5-inch backplane
1
2
retention tab
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