Supermicro SUPERSERVER 5015P-8, User Manual

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Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup
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SCSI/SATA Drive Installation
1. Mounting a SCSI/SATA drive in a drive carrier
The SCSI and SATA drives are mounted in drive carriers to simplify their instal-
lation and removal from the chassis. These carriers also help promote proper
airfl ow for the Serial ATA drive bays. For this reason, even empty carriers without
drives installed must remain in the chassis. To add a new drive, install it into the
carrier with the printed circuit board side facing down so that the mounting holes
align with those in the carrier. Secure the drive to the carrier with six screws, as
shown in Figure 6-3.
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Important: Regardless of how many SCSI/SATA hard drives are
installed, all drive carriers must remain in the drive bays for
proper airfl ow.
Use caution when working around the SCSI/SATA backplane. Do
not touch the backplane with any metal objects and make sure no
ribbon cables touch the backplane or obstruct the holes, which
aid in proper airfl ow.
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Figure 6-3. Mounting a SCSI/SATA Drive in a Carrier