Installing and Configuring
Replacing a Flexible Disk Drive
WARNING: Always wear a wrist strap and use a static-dissipating work surface
connected to the chassis when handling components. Be sure the metal of the wrist
strap contacts your skin.
The flexible disk, CD-ROM, and optional disk do not have protective shields; they are
ESD sensitive. Caution must be taken when removing them to avoid electrical shock.
Install and remove connectors carefully, and avoid displacing any of the pins.
Use the following steps to replace a flexible disk drive (FDD):
1. If the server is operating, log off all users, back up files, and power down the server.
2. Disconnect the power cord and any external cables connected to the server. If necessary,
label each one to expedite re-assembly.
3. Open the upper bezel and side panel.
4. Press the two latches of the drive inward and slide the drive out far enough to expose the
connectors.
5. Disconnect the power and signal cable connectors.
6. Hold the disk by its sides and gently slide the drive out of the chassis. Refer to Figure 2-
5.
Figure 2-5: Removing flexible disk drive
7. Connect the power and signal cable to the new drive.
8. Gently slide the drive into the opening until the eject mechanism clicks.
Watch the cable inside the side panel so it does not get pinched.
9. Close the upper bezel and side panel.
10. Reconnect the external cables and power cord.
11. Power up the server and return to normal operation.
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