Supero SuperServer 6026T-URF, User Manual

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Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup
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SAS/SATA Drive Installation
These drives are mounted in carriers to simplify their installation and removal from
the chassis. The carriers also help promote proper airfl ow for the drives. For this
reason, even empty carriers without hard drives installed must remain in the chassis.
Note: SAS drives are supported only with a SAS UIO controller card installed.
Mounting a SAS/SATA Drive in a Drive Carrier
To add a new SAS/SATA drive, install the drive into the carrier with the printed 1.
circuit board side facing down so that the mounting holes align with those in
the carrier.
Secure the drive to the carrier with four screws, as shown in Figure 6-3. 2.
Installing/Removing Hot-swap SAS/SATA Drives
Push the release button located beside the drive's LEDs. 1.
Swing the handle fully out and use it to pull the drive carrier straight out (see 2.
Figure 6-4).
Note: Your operating system must have RAID support to enable the hot-plug ca-
pability of the drives.
Figure 6-3. Mounting a SAS/SATA Drive in a Carrier
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Important: Regardless of how many hard drives are installed, all drive
carriers must remain in the drive bays to maintain proper airfl ow.
Use caution when working around the backplane. Do not touch the back-
plane 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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