Dell PowerEdge SDS 100 Dell PowerEdge R720 and R720xd Owner's Manual - Page 53
Installing A 2.5 Inch Hard-Drive Blank (Back), Removing A Hot-Swap Hard Drive
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Installing A 2.5 Inch Hard-Drive Blank (Back) NOTE: This procedure applies only to PowerEdge R720xd. Insert the hard-drive blank into the hard-drive slot until it clicks into place. Removing A 3.5 Inch Hard-Drive Blank CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, all empty hard-drive slots must have drive blanks installed. 1. If installed, remove the front bezel. 2. Grasp the front of the hard-drive blank, press the release button and slide the blank out until it is free of the hard- drive slot. Figure 21. Removing and Installing a 3.5 Inch Hard-Drive Blank 1. hard-drive blank 2. release button Installing A 3.5 Inch Hard-Drive Blank 1. If installed, remove the front bezel. 2. Insert the hard-drive blank into the hard-drive slot until the release button clicks into place. 3. If applicable, install the front bezel. Removing A Hot-Swap Hard Drive CAUTION: To prevent data loss, ensure that your operating system supports hot-swap drive installation. See the documentation supplied with your operating system. 1. From the management software, prepare the hard drive for removal. Wait until the indicators on the hard-drive carrier signal that the hard drive can be removed safely. For more information, see the documentation for the storage controller. 53