Adding additional 5.25-inch devices

You can use the three additional, externally accessible, 5.25-inch drive bays to install additional 5.25-inch devices such as a CD writer or a tape backup drive. Use the rails from the existing filler trays to install new drives. You may need to purchase an additional cable of sufficient length to connect the existing devices and the new device to the connector on the system board.

To install an additional 5.25-inch device:

1Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord, modem cord (if installed), and all external peripheral devices.

2Observe all safety and static electricity precautions. (See “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 22.)

3Remove the bezel. (See “Removing the bezel” on page 25.)

4Remove the left side cover panel. (See “Removing the side cover panel” on page 26.)

5Remove the filler tray from the front of the drive bay by pressing in on both front rail extensions, then move the tray slightly out of the bay by pushing on the back of the tray.

6Pull the drive out of the chassis.

Caution The server was designed to adhere to electromagnetic interference requirements and the tray is an integral part of the system. Installing an approved device should continue to maintain those standards. If you remove the device, you must reinstall the tray.

7Snap the rails onto the drive, making sure the front rail extensions are towards the front of the device. The rails are labeled.

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