Note: RAID adapter comes in a different option kit. Touch the static-protective
package to any unpainted metal surface on the server.
To install the RAID configuration with2x82.5-inch HDDs support option in the
server, complete the following steps.
Note: You can install the RAID adapter into PCI riser-card assembly 1 only.
1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines”
on page 40.
2. Turn off the server and disconnect all power cords and external cables (see
“Turning off the server” on page 28).
3. Remove the server cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 54).
4. Remove the two 4-drive filler panels that are to the right of drive bay 8,
beneath the IDs8-15onthefront bezel.
4-drive
filler panel
5. To obtain more working room, remove fans 2 and 3 (see “Removing a
dual-motor hot-swap fan” on page 123).
6. Install the new backplane in slot 2:
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