Dell PowerEdge C6220 II Hardware Owners Manual - Page 267

2.5-inch Hard Drive Expander Configuration NOTE: Following is the replacement procedure of SATA2 and SAS backplane for 2.5-inch hard drive expander configuration. The configuration can apply to 1 ~ 4 System-Boards and support up to 24 hard drives. For more information on the direction details, see the HDD Zoning configuration tool at dell.com/support. Removing the 2.5-inch Hard Drive Backplane for Expander Configuration CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product. 1 It is recommended to turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from its electrical outlet. 2 Remove all the hard drives. See "Removing a Hard-Drive Carrier" on page 142. 3 Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 230. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the drives and backplane, you must remove the hard drives from the system before removing the backplane. CAUTION: You must note the number of each hard drive and temporarily label them before removal so that you can replace them in the same locations. Installing System Components | 267