Note: Drives of different types and different capacities are allowed to be installed in one server, but not in
the same RAID array. The drives in a single RAID array must be the same type and the same capacity.
Step 1. Install a 3.5-inch drive to the bay 3 drive cage.
Note: To prevent from damaging the drive with static discharge, do not touch the circuit board on
the bottom of the drive.
Figure 44. Circuit board on the drive
a.
Slightly tear both sides of the retainer apart.
Attention: Position the drive connectors on the opposite side of the retainer handles.
b.
Align the four holes on the drive with the corresponding pins on the retainer; then, fit the
drive into the retainer.
c.
Slide the drive into the drive cage.
Figure 45. Installing a 3.5-inch drive to the bay 3 drive cage
Attention: If you are installing a 3.5-inch drive as the model in the illustration below:
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