Apple Xserve Intel (Late 2006) - Manual (Page 24)

24 Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components
Installing or Replacing an Apple Drive Module
The drive modules in the Xserve are hot-pluggable, so you can add, remove, or replace
them while the Xserve is operating. A status light on the drive handle indicates when
it’s safe to remove a drive without risk to the information stored on it.
About Drive Modules for the Xserve
The Xserve accepts both SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) and SATA (Serial ATA) drive
modules.
To install or replace a drive module:
1 If the Xserve case is locked, use the enclosure key to unlock the security lock on the
front panel.