Figure 125 shows the components of a drive assembly. Each drive has an online
indicator (▌2▐) and fault indicator (▌3▐).
Table 16 describes the meaning of the LEDs on each drive.
Table 16. LED indicators on drives
Function Color Status Description
▌2▐ Activity Green On The drive is ready to be
used.
Flashing The drive is operating and
I/O is occurring.
Off The drive is not installed or
an installed drive is not
ready to be used.
▌3▐ Fault Amber On A fault occurred on the
drive. The LED is turned
off when the drive is
removed and replaced.
Flash The drive is being
identified, a fault might or
might not be detected.
Off The installed drive is
operating normally.
Figure 126 on page 133 shows the LEDs on a secondary expansion module.
Figure 125. LEDs on a drive assembly
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