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Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance
Figure 4-10. Chassis Rear View
Primary Expander
Module Handle
Thumbscrew
Thumbscrew
Secondary Expander
Module Handle
4-7 Expander Module Removal and Installation
The SC946ED includes expanders which are contained in dual SAS3 modules at
the rear of the chassis. The modules are hot-swappable and can be removed from
the chassis without powering down the system. Each of these modules features
four Mini SAS HD ports. This section covers removal and installation instructions
for the expander modules.
Expander Module Removal
Removing the Expander Modules
1. Loosen the thumbscrew on the rear of the expander module you wish to
remove from the chassis.
2. Lower the expander module handle.
3. Use the handle to pull the expander module out of the chassis.
Figure 4-11. Removing the Expander Module from the Chassis