Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup

Installing 2.5" Hard Drives

2.5" hard drives may be installed in several different configurations. Review the supported configuration options on page 6-6.

1.Power down the server, disconnect the power cord from the power supply and remove the cover.

2.Install up to four 2.5" hard drive(s) into the hard drive bracket(s) and secure them to the bracket with the screws provided. (See page 6-6 for supported configuration options.)

3.Place the hard drive and bracket into the chassis as illustrated in Figure 6-3. If up to four 2.5" hard drives are desired, rotate the hard drive brackets ninety degrees and place them side by side before attaching them to the chassis.

4.Secure the hard drive bracket(s) to the chassis floor by inserting the screws up through the underside of the chassis.

5.Expansion cards must be installed after installing the 2.5" hard drives.

6.Connect the hard drive wiring, reinstall the chassis cover and power cord, then power up the server

Note: bracket part number is MCP-220-000440N

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SUPER MICRO Computer 5017P-TLN4F, 5017P-TF user manual Installing 2.5 Hard Drives