Remove the drive cage (bay 3)

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

About this task

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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.

Procedure

1. Make preparation for this task.
   1. Remove the server cover. See Remove the server cover.
      Attention

      The heat sinks 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.
3. Release the latch of drive cage 3.
   1. Loosen the screw that secures the latch to the cage bar. Reserve the screw to be used for reinstalling the drive cage.
   2. Rotate the latch away from the cage bar.
      Figure 1. Releasing the latch of drive cage 3
      
      
4. Remove the 3.5-inch drive cage from the PCIe sot 3.
   1. Remove the screw that secures the drive cage.
   2. Rotate the retaining clip to the open position as illustrated.
   3. Hold the drive cage by both edges, and gently lift if out from the PCIe slot.
      Figure 2. Removing the 3.5-inch drive cage from the PCIe sot 3