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Remove a drive from a compute node

Use this information to remove a drive from a compute node.

About this task

Attention
  • Read the following sections to ensure that you work safely.
  • Turn off the corresponding DWC tray that you are going to perform the task on.
    Note
    If Shared I/O adapters are installed, power off the auxiliary node (node 1/3/5/7/9/11) first, and then power off the primary node (node 2/4/6/8/10/12).
  • Disconnect all external cables from the enclosure.
    Note
    Use extra forces to disconnect QSFP cables if they are connected to the solution.

Procedure

  1. Make preparations for this task.
    1. Remove the tray (see Remove a DWC tray from the enclosure).
      Attention

      For safety, use the lift tool to remove the tray from the rack.

    2. Remove the tray cover (see Remove the tray cover).
    3. Remove the drive cage (see Remove a drive cage assembly).
  2. There are different procedures for removing one and two drives, follow the steps according to your configuration.
    For removing one drive only, complete the following steps.

    1. Remove the drive.

      1. ❶ Pull the release latch.

      2. ❷ Slide the drive out of the drive cage.

      3. ❸ Disconnect the cable connector.

        Figure 1. Drive removal
        Drive removal
    For removing two drives, complete the following steps.
    1. Remove the upper drive.

      1. ❶ Remove the two screws.

      2. ❷ Pull the release latch.

      3. ❸ Slide the drive out of the drive cage.

      4. ❹ Remove the four screws; then, remove the conduction plate.

      Figure 2. Upper drive removal
      Upper drive removal
    2. Remove the lower drive.

      1. ❶ Pull the release latch.

      2. ❷ Slide the drive out of the drive cage.

      3. ❸ Disconnect the cable connector.

      Figure 3. Lower drive removal
      Lower drive removal
After you finish

If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.

Demo video

Watch the procedure on YouTube