Asus TS500-E5/RX8 - Manual (Page 39)

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Removing and reinstalling the backplane
DO NOT remove the backplane unless necessary!
1. Remove the hot-swap HDD module from the bay if it has been installed.
2. Pull down the tray lever until the tray pops out slightly, indicating that it is
released.
3. Repeat the previous step to release all the installed disk drives.
4. Loosen both screws with a screw
driver or your fingers.
5. Push the backplane outward so
that the outer edge protrudes
slightly from the slot.
6. Hold on to the backplane, lift it up
and remove it from the module.
7. Follow the previous instructions in reverse to reinstall the backplane.
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