HP ProLiant ML310e Gen8 v2 Server Maintenance and Service Guide

Removal and replacement procedures 35
To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.
To convert the four-bay non-hot-plug drive cage to a hot-plug model, remove the cage bracket, and then
install the hot-plug backplane option before installing the cage back to the server ("Drive cage bracket or
backplane" on page 35).
Drive cage bracket or backplane
To remove the component:
1. Power down the server (on page 27).
2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3. Remove the tower bezel (on page 26).
4. Remove the access panel ("Access panel" on page 28).
5. Remove all installed drives ("Storage drive" on page 30).
6. Disconnect the drive cage cables:
a. Disconnect the Mini-SAS cable from the system board or from the storage controller option.
b. Disconnect the drive power cable from the 10-pin power supply connector.
7. Remove the LFF drive cage assembly.
8. Do one of the following:
For image clarity, the Mini-SAS and power cables attached to the drive cage are not shown in the
following figures.