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Procedure
1. Obtain a replacement drive of the same type, speed, and capacity from SimpliVity.
2. Carefully remove the replacement drive from its packaging.
3. Hold the drive by the edge of the drive carrier and press the release latch (1) to release the drive
handle.
4. Rotate the drive handle (2) downward.
5. Orient the drive properly.
6. Push the drive into the slot, stopping when you feel resistance.
7. Rotate the handle (2) upward and use the handle to press the drive completely into the slot.
8. Ensure the new disk drive is operational by examining the LEDs and event messages.
Note:
The drive and array will take some time to rebuild and to return to normal service. If the server is in a
Federation, performance might be degraded.
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