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Hardware Options Installation

HP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 500 System User Guide

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4. Be sure that the drive LEDs illuminate one at a time and then turn off together to

indicate that the system has recognized the new drive.

In fault-tolerant configurations, allow the replacement drive to be reconstructed
automatically with data from the other drives. While reconstruction is in
progress, the online LED flashes.

Universal Hot-Plug Tape Drive Option

The MSA500 system supports the Universal Hot-Plug Tape drive (AIT and DDS-4
types) for data storage and backup. The option supports Microsoft and Novell
operating systems in various configurations.

For specific Universal Hot-Plug Tape drive configurations, refer to the HP website

www.hp.com/products/sharedstorage

When installed, the hot-plug tape drive fills two storage system hard drive bays. For
complete information, refer to the documentation that ships with the Universal
Hot-Plug Tape drive.

To install a tape drive:

1. Remove two adjacent hard drive blanks. Refer to “Removing Hard Drive Blanks”

in this chapter.

CAUTION: Installation of the tape drive height converter is permanent.
Attempting to remove the converter after installation voids the tape drive
warranty.