Replace the disk drive nonconcurrently

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

Power off the system and remove the power cords

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.

Remove the Front Cover

Note to Tower Users: The instructions in this procedure are written based on the rack model. Tower users may still use this procedure. However, tower users should ignore specific references to rack-only features such as rack doors, rack thumbscrews, etc.

Open the front rack door.
Remove the two thumbscrews (A) that secure the system unit (B) to the rack.
Push the cover release latches (C) in the direction of the arrows to release the cover from the system unit.
Pull the cover out and away from the system unit.

Remove the Disk Drive by:

Unlock the disk drive handle and pull the disk drive out toward you as shown.
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.

Install the disk drive:

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.
Slide the disk drive into the system until it stops.
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.

If you removed the power cords, reinstall the power cords for all of the processor enclosures.
Go to Verifying a repair. This completes this procedure..