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Removing a simple-swap hard disk drive

This procedure applies only to 4U server models with non-hot-swap power supplies.

Attention
Simple-swap hard disk drives are not hot-swappable. Disconnect all power from the server before you remove or install a simple-swap hard disk drive.

To remove a simple-swap SATA hard disk drive on 4U server models that have non-hot-swap power supplies, complete the following steps.

  1. Read the safety information in Safety and Installation guidelines.
  2. Turn off the server and all attached devices; then, disconnect all power cords and external cables.
  3. Remove the bezel (see Removing the bezel).
  4. Pull the round blue loops of the drive assembly that is to be removed toward each other; then, pull the assembly out of the bay.

  5. If you are instructed to return the drive assembly, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.