Installing an LFF non-hot-plug drive in the media drive bayInstalling an LFF non-hot-plug drive in the media drive bay
CAUTION: CAUTION: To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless all bays are populated
with either a component or a blank.
Use the LFF drive enablement option to install non-hot-plug LFF SATA drives in the media bays.
PrerequisitesPrerequisites
Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have a T-15 Torx screwdriver available.
ProcedureProcedure
1. Power down the server
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2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.
4. Do one of the following:
If the server is in tower mode: Position the tower server for hardware configuration.
If the server is in rack mode: Remove the server from the rack .
5. Remove the front bezel
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6. Remove the access panel
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7. If installed, remove the air baffle
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8. Remove the EMI shield.
9. Slide the drive into the drive cage and secure it with the screws included in the option kit.