Accusys ExaSAN SW-08 - Manual (Page 26)

3. Installation
User Guide Page 3-1
3. Installing ExaSAN Compact
Follow the steps in this chapter to prepare your ExaSAN Compact system for installation.
3.1 Installing the System
Follow the instructions in this section to hook up all your hardware components of the ExaSAN Compact
system. Do not turn the power of any individual component on until instructed. When all components are
properly connected, follow the instructions in section 3.3.1 “Powering On” to turn the components on in
the prescribed order.
3.1.1 Installing Disk Drives
Follow the steps below to install your HDDs. Refer to the applicable RAID disk system User’s Guide and
Quick Start Guide for additional information. The instructions below use the Accusys A08S-PS RAID for
illusion purpose.
1.
Unlock the rear panel door and pull it open.
2. Press the silver button to release the handle, pull the disk tray out.
3. With the connectors facing outward, insert the HDD into the disk tray.
4. Slide the HDD inward until the connectors align with the edge of the disk tray.
5. Secure the HDD to the disk tray with two screws on each side.