Preinstallation steps: Some of these steps are required only the first time you
install a hard disk drive in a specific bay.
1. Read the safety information beginning on page v,, the guidelines in “Handling
static-sensitive devices” on page 11, and the documentation that comes with
your drive.
2. Verify that you have all the cables and other equipment specified in the
documentation that comes with the drive.
3. Choose the bay in which you want to install the drive.
4. Check the instructions that come with the drive to see if you need to set any
switches or jumpers on the drive. If you are installing a SCSI device, be sure to
set the SCSI ID for that device.
Installing a drive in bay 2 or 4: Complete the following steps to install a drive in
bay2or4:
1. Follow the instructions in “Preinstallation steps”.
2. Turn off the computer and all attached devices (see “Turning off the computer”
on page 43); then, disconnect all power cords and external cables.
3. Remove the side cover (see “Removing the side cover” on page 26).
4. Remove the support bracket (see “Removing and installing the support
bracket” on page 27).
5. Use a screwdriver to pry the filler panel and EMC shield away from the
computer.
Note: If you are installing a drive that contains a laser, review the following
safety precaution.
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