• SFF drive blank
To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.
Removing and replacing a hot-plug drive
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.
Procedure
1. Back up all server data on the drive.
2. If installed, remove the bezel.
3. Determine the status of the drive from the drive LED definitions.
4. Remove the hot-plug drive.
• LFF drive
• SFF drive
40 Removal and replacement procedures