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Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD)
V CAUTION!
All data on all HDDs in the array will be lost when deleting the RAID
array! Be sure to back up your data before deleting a RAID array.
For more information, see the "ServerView Suite RAID Management"
user guide.
Ê When working on a floorstand model, open the HDD bay cover, see section
"Removing the drive covers" on page 64.
7.4.7.2 Removing a 3.5-inch HDD module
Ê Pinch the green locking clips and open the locking lever (see figure 137).
Ê Pull the HDD module out a few centimeters.
Ê Wait about 30 seconds to allow the HDD to spin down.
I This period is necessary for the RAID controller to recognize that an
HDD module has been removed and for the HDD to come to a stop.
Ê Pull the HDD module completely out of its bay.
7.4.7.3 Installing a 3.5-inch HDD dummy module
V CAUTION!
If the removed HDD module is not replaced immediately, always replace
a dummy module into the unused HDD bay to comply with applicable
EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.