Figure 56. Removing a drive blank
Next steps
1. Replace the drive blank.
Installing a drive blank
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.
2. If installed, remove the front bezel.
Steps
Slide the drive blank into the drive slot until the release button clicks into place.
Figure 57. Installing a drive blank
Removing a drive carrier
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions.
2. Remove the front bezel.
3. Using the management software, prepare the drive for removal. If the drive is online, the green activity or fault indicator
flashes while the drive is turning off. When the drive indicators are off, the drive is ready for removal. For more information,
see the storage controller documentation.
CAUTION:
Before attempting to remove or install a drive while the system is running, see the documentation
for the storage controller card to ensure that the host adapter is configured correctly to support drive
removal and insertion.
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