3 Squeeze the tabs on the hard drive carrier release handle, then rotate the
handle down to release the drive.
4 Slide the hard drive out of the system.
NOTICE:
To maintain proper system cooling and EMI protection, all empty hard
drive bays must have a drive carrier or blank installed.
NOTE:
If you are not replacing the hard drive, remove the drive from the drive
carrier (see Figure 3-12) and insert the empty carrier back into the drive bay.
Figure 3-11. Removing and Installing a Hot-Pluggable Hard Drive
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3
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1
hard drive carrier handle
3
tabs
Installing a Hot-Pluggable Hard Drive
NOTICE:
It is recommended that you use only hard drives that have been tested
and approved for use with the SAS/SATA backplane.
NOTICE:
Not all operating systems support hot-pluggable hard drive installation.
See the documentation supplied with your operating system for more information.
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hard drive bays (4)