Removing and replacing the expanded function disk drive backplane for the 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A
Learn how to remove and replace the expanded function disk drive backplane in the IBM® Power® System S824L (8247-42L), IBM Power System S814 (8286-41A), and the IBM Power System S824 (8286-42A) servers.
Note: The SAS YO cable that is used to attach a 5887 disk drive enclosure, an ESLL storage
enclosure, or an ESLS storage enclosure to the rear SAS
ports of the system model 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A must not exceed
the maximum supported length of 3 m (9.8 ft).
If your system is managed by the Hardware Management Console (HMC), use the HMC to repair a part in the system. For instructions, see Repairing a part by using the HMC.
If you do not have an HMC, complete the following steps to prepare to remove and replace the expanded function disk drive backplane:
