Replace the disk drive nonconcurrently

Use this procedure to remove and replace a disk drive nonconcurrently.

  1. The component will not be serviced concurrently.

    If this system is powered on, power it off before continuing.

    If possible, shut down any running applications and the operating system before powering off the system.

    Once the system is powered off, remove all power cords from all of the processor enclosures starting with the primary processor enclosure (topmost) and then each secondary enclosure working from top to bottom.

  2. Access the unit by:

    1. Open the front rack door.
    2. Loosen the thumbscrew (A) on the right side of the cover.
    3. Slide the cover to the right and remove it from the system unit slot (B).

  3. Remove the Disk Drive by:

    1. Unlock the disk drive handle by squeezing it and pulling it out toward you as shown.
    2. Support the bottom of the disk drive as you slide it out of the system or expansion unit. Do not hold the disk drive by the handle.

      The concurrent maintenance light for the slot turns off when you remove the disk drive.
  4. Install the bezel on the new disk drive:
    1. Find the package that contains the new disk drive.
      Attention: Disk drives are fragile. Handle with care.
    2. Remove the disk drive from its static protective package.
    3. Unlock the handle of the replacement disk drive by squeezing and pulling it out toward you. If the handle is not all the way out, the disk drive will not slide into the system.
    4. Attach the disk drive bezel A to the replacement disk drive as shown.
    5. Press in and then tighten the thumbscrew B to secure the bezel to the disk drive.
  5. Install the disk drive:
    1. Support the bottom of the disk drive as you align it with the guide rails in the system unit. Do not hold the disk drive by the handle.
    2. Slide the disk drive into the system until it stops.
    3. Push the disk drive handle in until it locks.
      Note:
      It is important to ensure that when installing a disk drive, that the drive is fully seated and all the way into the system.

  6. If you removed the power cords, reinstall the power cords for all of the processor enclosures.

    Install the cords in the following order:

    1. Secondary 2
    2. Secondary 3
    3. Primary
    4. Secondary 1
  7. Go to Verifying a repair. This completes this procedure..