Apple Xserve (Early 2009) - Manual (Page 24)

24 Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components
Installing or Replacing a Drive Module
If you’re not using an Xserve RAID Card, 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.
If you are using an Xserve RAID Card, you can replace a failed drive while the Xserve is
operating. However, if you want to replace an entire RAID set, turn off the Xserve before
you move the drives.
About Drive Modules for the Xserve
The Xserve accepts both SATA (Serial ATA) Apple Drive Modules and qualified third-
party SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) drive modules. For information on qualified drive
modules, go to www.apple.com/store. If you are using an Xserve RAID Card, be sure to
use drive modules that are all the same size and type.
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.
2 Remove the blank drive module or the drive module that’s currently installed.