Hardware options installation 78
Eight-bay SFF drive cage option
Install the optional eight-bay SFF drive cage in drive cage bay 2 or drive cage bay 3.
To install an additional eight-bay SFF drive cage, an optional Smart Array controller and redundant power
supply is required. To obtain the options, contact an HP authorized reseller.
Installing the optional SFF hot-plug drive cage
1. Do one of the following:
o For tower models, open and remove the bezel ("Remove the tower bezel" on page 22).
o For rack models, if installed, remove the security bezel (on page 24).
2. Power down the server (on page 22).
3. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
4. Do one of the following:
o For tower models, place the server on a flat, level surface with the access panel facing up.
o For rack models, extend the server from the rack (on page 27).
5. Remove the access panel (on page 25).
6. Remove the rack bezel (on page 24).
7. Remove the blank from box 2 or box 3.