Drobo B800FS Getting Started Manual page 12

Figure 1: Installing hard drives on a Drobo FS
Figure 2: Installing hard drives on a Drobo B800fs
Warning: For optimal performance, keep the Drobo B800fs in its normal horizontal
position. If placed on its side, hard drives may disconnect.
3. With your other hand, use your thumb to depress and hold open one of the drive
locks to a selected data bay. Refer to the image below.
Drive Lock
4. Slide the hard drive into the data bay, release the drive lock and push the drive
into place until you feel it connect.
The drive lock will snap behind the drive, securing it into place.
5. Insert additional drives in the same manner, following steps 2 through 4.
6. When finished, replace the faceplate right side up, so that when your Drobo
device is turned on, you will be able to see the indicator lights.
You are now ready to connect cables and power on your Drobo device.
Connectors
Connectors
Data Bay
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