Hardware Setup
Tools and Parts for Drive Installation
• A screwdriver
• At least one 2.5" SSD (SAS/SATA) or HDD (SAS only) (please visit
models.)
Warning:
If you install a drive that contains data, the system will format the drive and erase all existing data. Please
back up any important data before installation.
Install Drives
1 Open the drive tray.
a Find the small button located on the bottom side of the drive tray handle. Press the button down, and the
drive tray handle will pop out.
b Pull the drive tray handle out as illustrated above.
2 Place the drive in the drive tray. Tighten screws into the four spots indicated below to secure the drive.
3 Insert the loaded drive tray into the empty drive bay.
Note:
Make sure the tray is pushed in all the way. Otherwise, the drive might not be able to function properly.
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