3.Using the management software, prepare the hard drive for removal. If the hard drive is online, the green activity/fault indicator flashes while the drive is turning off. When the hard drive indicators are off, the hard drive is ready for removal.
For more information, see the documentation for the storage controller.
CAUTION: To prevent data loss, ensure that your operating system supports
Steps
1.Press the release button to open the hard drive/SSD carrier release handle.
2.Slide the hard drive carrier/SSD out of the hard drive slot.
CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, all empty hard drive/SSD slots must have hard drive/SSD blanks installed.
3.If you are not replacing the hard drive/SSD immediately, insert a hard drive/SSD blank in the empty hard drive slot.
Figure 24. Removing and installing a hot-swappable hard drive/SSD
1. release button | 2. hard drive/SSD carrier |
3.hard drive/SSD carrier handle
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