Procedure
1. Power down the server.
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: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.
• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:
◦ Extend the server from the rack.
◦ Remove the server from the rack.
5. Remove the front bezel.
6. Remove the access panel.
7. If installed, remove the air baffle.
8. Disconnect the power and USB cables from the RDX drive.
9. Pull up and hold the release latch, and then remove the RDX drive.
10. Remove the screws from the drive and keep it for future use.
To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.
Before installing the replacement tape drive in the media bay, install the mounting screws included in the
spare kit on the tape drive.
42 Removal and replacement procedures