Installing Or Replacing A Drive; Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive - IBM xSeries 440 8687 Option Installation Manual

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Installing or replacing a drive

In this section, you will find the instructions needed to install or replace a hot-swap
hard disk drive, diskette drive, CD-ROM drive, and DVD-ROM drive.

Hot-swap hard disk drive

Complete the following steps to install or replace a hot-swap hard disk drive:
Attention:
damage from static electricity. For details on handling these devices, see "Handling
static-sensitive devices" on page 10.
1. Inspect the drive for any signs of damage.
2. Review the information in "Before you begin" on page 9 and "Safety Information"
3. Check the instructions that come with the drive for more information about install-
4. Remove the filler panel or defective hard disk drive from the hard disk drive bay.
5. Install the new hard disk drive in the drive bay:
6. If you have other options to install or remove, do so now.
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When you handle static-sensitive devices, take precautions to avoid
on page 11.
ing your drive.
a. Ensure that the handle on the hard disk drive tray is in the open position.
b. Slide the drive into the bay until it stops.
c. Push the handle on the front of the hard disk drive closed.
Filler panel
Flashing green
light indicates
drive activity
Solid amber
light indicates
failed drive
Flashing amber
light indicates
drive rebuild.

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