Installing The Vls12000 Node Access Panel; Vls12000 Node Component Replacement; Sata Hard Drive - HP StorageWorks 12000 User Manual

CAUTION:
Do not operate the node for long periods without the access panel. Operating the node without the
access panel results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can lead to thermal damage.
CAUTION:
Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. Properly ground yourself before beginning
any installation procedure.
1. Power off the node. See
2. Extend the node from the rack. See
3. Lift up on the hood latch handle which slides the panel toward the rear of the unit.
4. Lift up the panel to remove it.

Installing the VLS12000 Node Access Panel

1. Set the access panel on top of the node about a ¾ inch (0.2 inch for the VLS12000) from the
opening with the hood latch open.
2. Engage the anchoring pin with the corresponding hole in the latch.
3. Push down on the hood latch.
4. Slide the access panel into the closed position.

VLS12000 Node Component Replacement

SATA Hard Drive

CAUTION:
To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the node unless all bays are
populated with either a component or a blank.
NOTE:
The node contains one of several possible hard drives. The replacement hard drive must be the same
capacity as the original hard drive; refer to the label on the front of the original hard drive for the
correct supported replacement capacity and part number.
1. Press the drive latch release button (1).
198 Component Replacement
Powering Off the System.
Extending the Node from the Rack.