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3.3 Installing the Hard Drive
The GV-Hot Swap DVR V5 uses SATA hard drives for video and audio data storage. Before
recording, ensure to install your hard drives. Steps to install the hard drive vary from models to
models. Be sure to identify your model and follow the right steps to install the hard drive.
3.3.1 4U (20-Bay) and 3U (16 / 8-Bay) Models
1. Make sure the HDD Activity LED is off before you install the hard drive.
2. Slide the release latch to the right. The drawer handle pops up.
Figure 3-8
3. Pull out the drive drawer.
4. Insert the hard drive in the drawer.
Figure 3-9
5. Secure the hard drive with the 4 screws (included in the drawer), and make sure all screw
heads flush with the surface.
Figure 3-10
6. Put the drawer back in the drive bay of the GV-Hot Swap DVR V5, and push the latch until
it locks. The white LED on the drawer shines, and the hard drive is now ready to use.
Release Latch