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Remove a simple-swap drive (bay 3)

Follow instructions in this section to remove a simple-swap drive from bay 3.

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disconnect all power
CAUTION
The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.

About this task

Attention
  • Read Installation Guidelines and Safety inspection checklist to ensure that you work safely.
  • Power off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables. See Power off the server.
  • Remove any locking device that secures the server, such as a Kensington lock or a padlock.
  • Place the server on its side with the cover up.

Procedure

  1. Make preparation for this task.
    1. Remove the server cover. See Remove the server cover.
      Attention
      The heat sink and processor could be very hot. To avoid burning yourself, wait for a few minutes after turning off the server before you remove the server cover.
    2. Disconnect the cables from the drive assembly.
  2. Remove the bay 2+bay 3 drive cage assembly from the chassis.
    1. Rotate the handle on the bay 3 drive cage.
    2. Lift the bay 2+bay 3 drive cage assembly out from the chassis.
      Figure 1. Removing the bay 2+bay 3 drive cage assembly
      Removing the bay 2+bay 3 drive cage assembly
  3. Remove the 3.5-inch drive.
    1. Slide the drive retainer out from the drive cage.
    2. Tear both sides of the retainer apart and remove the drive from the retainer.
    Figure 2. Removing the 3.5-inch drive

    Note
    Depending on the configuration, the 3.5-inch drive may be the model in the illustration below.

After you finish

  1. Install a replacement unit. See Install a simple-swap drive (bay 3).

  2. 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.