12Run the hard drive tests in the system diagnostics to determine whether the drive operates properly. See "Running the System Diagnostics" on page 111.
–If the drive is connected to a SATA RAID controller card, see the RAID controller card documentation for information on testing the controller.
–If the drive is connected to a SAS controller card, run the SAS controller tests and the
–If the hard drive fails the
Removing a Hard Drive from a Lever-Release Drive Carrier
NOTICE: To prevent data loss, you must shut down the system before removing a drive carrier, unless a SAS controller is connected to the optional SAS backplane. See
The drive bays in a system with an optional SAS backplane board provides space for up to four optional
1Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
2Remove the bezel. See "Removing the Bezel" on page 43.
3Open the hard-drive carrier handle to release the drive. See Figure 3-11.
4Slide the hard drive out until it is free of the drive bay.
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