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SUPER MICRO Computer AS1020S-8 User Manual

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Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup

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SCSI Drive Installation

1. Mounting a SCSI drive in a drive carrier

The SCSI drives are mounted in drive carriers to simplify their installation and re-

moval 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 SCSI drive, install a drive 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 6-4.

Figure 6-3. Mounting a SCSI Drive in a Carrier

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Important: Regardless of how many SCSI hard drives are installed,

all drive carriers must remain in the drive bays to maintain proper

airfl ow.

Use caution when working around the SCSI 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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