Installing a hard-drive blank, Removing a hard-drive carrier – Dell PowerEdge R810 User Manual

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Figure 3-4.

Removing or Installing a Hard-Drive Blank

Installing a Hard-Drive Blank

1

If installed, remove the front bezel. See "Removing the Front Bezel" on
page 83.

2

Insert the drive blank into the drive bay until the release button clicks into
place.

3

If applicable, install the front bezel. See "Installing the Front Bezel" on
page 83.

Removing a Hard-Drive Carrier

CAUTION:

Ensure that your operating system supports hot-swap drive

installation. See the documentation supplied with the operating system.

1

If installed, remove the front bezel. See "Removing the Front Bezel" on
page 83.

2

From the management software, prepare the drive for removal. Wait until
the hard-drive indicators on the drive carrier signal that the drive can be
removed safely. See your controller documentation for information about
hot-swap drive removal.

1

hard-drive blank

2

release button

1

2

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