Dell PowerVault MD1000, Hardware Owner'S Manual

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Installing Enclosure Components
Installing SAS Drives in the Enclosure
NOTICE:
To ensure proper airflow for enclosure cooling, each slot should contain either an active drive or a drive
blank.
NOTICE:
Always wear a wrist grounding strap when handling equipment with static-sensitive components.
Perform the following steps to install the new drive into the carrier:
1
If you are replacing a SAS drive in the carrier, remove the four screws that secure the drive to its carrier
and remove the drive (see Figure 3-3).
2
Position the replacement drive into the drive carrier with the drive's controller board facing the carrier
shield as shown in Figure 3-3.
3
From the rear of the carrier, slide the drive into the carrier until it contacts the stop tab at the front of
the carrier.
4
Secure the drive to the carrier using the four screws removed earlier. To avoid damaging the carrier, do
not overtighten.