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Installing or replacing an apple drive module – Apple Xserve (Original) User Manual

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When installing components, it’s wise to wear a wrist grounding strap that prevents static
electricity from discharging into electronic components.

You can also arrange for an Apple-authorized service provider to install or replace
components in the server. For details about this service, see the support information that
came with your server. Additional support information is available at the Apple Support Web
site: www.apple.com/support

Installing or Replacing an Apple Drive Module

The drive modules in the server are hot-pluggable; that is, you can remove one and replace it
with another drive while the server is running. A status light on each drive indicates when it’s
safe to remove a drive without losing any information.

Follow these steps to install or replace a drive module.

1

If necessary, use the enclosure key to unlock the security lock on the server’s front panel.

It is good practice to use
an antistatic wrist strap
when accessing the
interior of the server.