ProLiant ML150 Generation 2 Server Maintenance and Service Guide

Removal and Replacement Procedures
HP ProLiant ML150 Generation 2 Server Maintenance and Service Guide 2-33
SATA Hot-Plug Hard Drive Cage
To remove the SATA hot-plug hard drive cage:
1. Complete the preparation procedures. Refer to “Preparation Procedures” earlier in this
chapter.
2. Remove the bezel door. Refer to “Bezel Door” earlier in this chapter.
3. Remove the access panel. Refer to “Access Panel” earlier in this chapter.
4. Disconnect the power cables from the backplane connected to the SATA hot-plug hard
drive cage, and the SATA cable from the backplane connected to the SATA hot-plug
hard drive cage and expansion board. Refer to “SATA Hot-Plug Hard Drive Cable”
earlier in this chapter.
5. Remove all blank carriers and hard drives. Refer to “SATA Hot-Plug Hard Drive Blank
Carrier” and “SATA Hot-Plug Hard Drive” earlier in this chapter.
6. Remove the three screws securing the backplane.
7. Pull the backplane slightly towards the exposed side of the server (1).
8. Remove the backplane from the hard drive cage and take it away from the chassis (2).
Figure 2-33: Removing the SATA backplane