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Replacing the hard disk drive cage

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

To install the hard disk drive cage on 4U server models with 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. Carefully turn the server on its side so that it is lying flat, with the cover facing up.
    Attention
    Do not allow the server to fall over.
  5. Remove the side cover (see Removing the side cover).
  6. Remove the air duct.
  7. Press the hard disk drive cage in until the release latches click into place.

    Note
    Make sure the backplate is already installed on the disk drive cage (see Replacing the simple-swap backplate).
  8. Install the air duct.
  9. Install the side cover (see Replacing the side cover).
  10. Stand the server back up in its vertical position.
  11. Install the bezel (see Replacing the bezel).
  12. Reconnect the external cables and power cords; then, turn on the attached devices and turn on the server.