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Replacing disk drives

About replacing disk drives  Top

Replacing a disk drive consists of the following procedures:

Removing disk drives  Top

To remove or replace a disk drive from the filer, complete the following procedures, using the figure for reference.

Step

Action

1

Ground yourself using an antistatic strap, then remove the bezel.

2

Press the edge of the disk drive carrier handle, and swing it away from the filer.

3

Slide the drive completely out of the bay.

4

Go to Installing a disk drive.

Installing a disk drive  Top

To replace a disk drive, complete the following steps.

Step

Action

1

Align the replacement drive with the edges of the empty drive bay, and slide the drive all the way into the bay.

2

Close the drive carrier handle and push until it seats into place. Make sure the drive is securely in place by giving it a gentle tug. If the drive comes out, reseat it and lock it into place, then replace the bezel.

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