3.5 Inch drive backplane installation movie - IBM System x3350

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Text from the audio portion of the 3.5 inch drive backplane installation movie

To install the 3.5 inch drive backplane

1. Feed the signal cables through the center hole in the chassis
2. Slide the backplane into the channels in the cage assembly and press down until seated over the tab in the center.
3. Feed the SAS power cable through the hole in the chassis and connect to the power distribution board.
   
   Here is a closer look at the backplane channel.
   Here is a closer look at a the center tab
   
   
4. Connect the signal cables to the system board.
5. Gently push the drive tray into the bay until the drive connects to the backplane.

Use the same procedure to install all of the drives.

Install the Top Cover:

1. Position the cover over the chassis aligning the tabs in the cover with the slots in the chassis.
2. Slide the cover forward and secure with the single captive screw.
3. Rotate the fan door to the closed and latched position.
   
   Here's a closer look at the cover tab and the slot in the chassis.

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