Dell PowerEdge T300 - Manual (Page 84)

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Installing System Components
12 Enter the System Setup program and ensure that the hard drive’s
controller is enabled (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on
page 41).
13 Exit the System Setup program and reboot the system.
See the documentation that came with the hard drive for instructions on
installing any software required for drive operation.
NOTICE:
To avoid possible hard drive failure, do not turn off or reboot your system
while the hard drive is being formatted.
Configuring the Boot Device
NOTE:
System boot is not supported from an external device attached to a SAS or
SCSI adapter. See support.dell.com for the latest support information about booting
from external devices.
If booting the system from a hard drive, the drive must be attached to the
primary (boot) controller. The device from which the system boots is
determined by the boot order specified in the System Setup program (see
"Using the System Setup Program" on page 41).
Diskette Drive (Optional)
Removing the Diskette Drive
CAUTION:
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You
should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your
product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and
support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered
by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the
product.
1 Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system
from the electrical outlet and from the peripherals.
2 Remove the front bezel (see "Removing the Front Bezel" on page 63).
3 Remove the system cover (see "Removing the System Cover" on page 66).
4 Remove the processor airflow shroud (see "Removing the Processor Airflow
Shroud" on page 70).
5 Disconnect the power and data cables from the diskette drive.
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