Replacing a 2.5" drive assembly or blank carrier
This topic describes how to remove a 2.5" drive assembly or blank carrier.
Attention: If your drive is configured for use, go to the management GUI and
follow the fix procedures. Performing the replacement actions without the
assistance of the fix procedures results in loss of data or access to data.
Attention: Do not leave a drive slot empty. Do not remove a drive or drive
assembly before you have a replacement available.
To replace the drive assembly or blank carrier, perform the following steps:
1. Read the safety information to which “Preparing to remove and replace parts”
on page 79 refers.
2. Unlock the module by squeezing together the tabs at the top.
3. Open the handle to the full extension.
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Figure 36. Unlocking the 2.5" drive
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