Prerequisites
Use SupportAssist to send diagnostic data to Dell Technical Support Services.
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Hard drives can be replaced without shutting down the storage system.
CAUTION To prevent a storage system reset, at least one powered drive must remain installed in the primary chassis when multiple drives are replaced.
Replace a Hard Drive:
Remove the front bezel.
A solid amber LED is lit on the failed hard drive.
Press the release button to open the hard drive carrier release handle.
Slide the hard drive out until it is free of the hard drive slot.
a. Hard drive carrier release handle
b. Hard drive indicators
c. Hard drive carrier
d. Hard drive slot
Press the release button on the replacement hard drive to open the hard drive carrier release handle.
NOTE Hold the hard drive by the plastic part of the hard drive carrier or the handle.
Insert the hard drive carrier into the hard drive slot until the carrier make contact with the backplane.
CAUTION Do not remove the hard drive blanks that are installed in hard drive slots that are not occupied. The hard drive blanks ensure proper cooling of the storage system.
Close the hard drive carrier handle to lock the hard drive in place.
NOTE Allow several seconds for the storage system to recognize the hard drive and determine its status.
Replace the front bezel.
In Dell Storage Manager , make sure that the replacement hard drive is recognized and shown as up and healthy.
