Dell PowerEdge 500SC - Manual (Page 36)

l The drive itself
Action
1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from its electrical outlet.
2. Remove the system cover.
3. Verify that the hard drive interface cable is securely connected between the hard drive assembly and the system board.
4. Replace the system cover, reconnect the system to the electrical outlet, and turn on the system, including any attached peripherals.
5. Run the IDE devices tests in the system diagnostics to determine whether the hard drive now works correctly.
If the problem is not resolved, see " Getting Help ," for instructions on obtaining technical assistance.
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CAUTION: This troubleshooting procedure can destroy data stored on the hard drive. Before you proceed, back up all the files on the hard drive.