User`s manual

Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup
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SAS/SATA Drive Installation
1. Mounting a SAS/SATA drive in a drive carrier
The SAS and SATA drives are mounted in drive carriers to simplify their installation
and removal from the chassis. These carriers also help promote proper airfl ow for
the drive bays. For this reason, even empty carriers without drives installed must
remain in the chassis. To add a new drive, install it into the carrier with the printed
circuit board side facing down so that the mounting holes align with those in the
carrier. Secure the drive to the carrier with six screws, as shown in Figure 6-3.
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Important: Regardless of how many SAS/SATA hard drives are
installed, all drive carriers must remain in the drive bays for
proper airfl ow.
Use caution when working around the backplane. Do not touch
the backplane with any metal objects and make sure no ribbon
cables touch the backplane or obstruct the holes, which aid in
proper airfl ow.
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Figure 6-3. Mounting a SAS/SATA Drive in a Carrier