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Chapter 6 Storage Devices Replacement 6-31
6.3.10 Removing the Tape Drive Backplane of the
SPARC Enterprise M5000 Server
Note – The fan units and fan cage can be removed for increased visibility of the
Tape drive backplane if necessary.
1. Loosen the two (2) captive screws that secure the air baffle and slide the air
baffle towards the busbar to create working space to access the tape drive
backplane.
2. Remove the tape drive unit from the server and place it on the ESD mat.
See “Removing the Tape Drive Unit” on page 6-25.
3. Disconnect the serial cable from the rear of the tape drive backplane.
4. Disconnect the power cable from the rear of the tape drive backplane.
5. Loosen the captive screw that secures the tape drive backplane in place.
6. Remove the tape drive backplane.
6.3.11 Installing the Tape Drive Backplane of the SPARC
Enterprise M5000 Server
1. Place the tape drive backplane into the server.
2. Tighten the captive screw that secures the tape drive backplane in place.
3. Secure the power cable to the tape drive backplane.
4. Secure the serial cable to the tape drive backplane.
Caution – Do not force the drive into a slot. Doing so can cause damage to the drive
and server.
5. Place the tape drive unit into the drive slot and gently push it in until it locks
in place.
6. Place the air baffle into position and tighten it in place using the two (2)
captive screws.
Note – Be certain no cables are pinched beneath the air baffle when it is secured.