Replacing a drive carrier module

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Important: Observe all conventional ESD precautions when handling COS small disk enclosure modules and components. Avoid contact with midplane components and module connectors, etc.

Removing a 3.5-inch Drive Carrier Module

Important: Damage can occur to a drive if it is removed while it still spins. If possible use the operating system to spin down the drives prior to removal. If this is not possible we recommend that you perform all steps of the following procedure to make sure that the drive has stopped prior to removal.
  1. If the anti-tamper lock has been activated, de-activate it by locating the key into its socket and rotating it counter-clockwise until the indicator is no longer visible in the aperture beside the key.
  2. Press the latch in the handle towards the handle hinge as shown in the figure below to release the carrier handle.
    Figure 1. Removing a Drive Carrier Module (1 of 2)
    Remove PSU fig 1 of 2
  3. Gently remove the drive carrier module approximately 1 inch (25mm), then wait 30 seconds.
    Figure 2. Removing a Drive Carrier Module (2 of 2)
    Remove PSU fig 1 of 2
  4. Remove the module fully from the drive bay.

Installing a 3.5-inch Drive Carrier Module

Important: A drive carrier module cannot be installed if its anti-tamper lock is activated outside the enclosure. Refer to the above section for the de-activation procedure.
  1. Release the drive carrier handle, by depressing the latch in the handle as shown in the following figure.
    Figure 3. Installing a Drive Carrier Module (1 of 2)
    Installing a Drive Carrier Module (1 of 2)
  2. Put the drive carrier module into the enclosure as shown in the following figure. Make sure that the drive carrier is in a position so that the drive points up and the handle opens from the left.
    Figure 4. Installing a Drive Carrier Module (1 of 2)
    Installing a Drive Carrier Module (1 of 2)
  3. Slide the drive carrier fully into the enclosure.
  4. Cam the drive carrier home. The camming foot on the carrier will engage into a slot in the enclosure. Continue to push firmly until the handle fully engages. A click should be heard as the latch engages and holds the handle closed.
    Figure 5. Engaging a Drive Carrier Module in an Enclosure
    Engaging a Drive Carrier Module in an Enclosure

Activating the Anti-tamper Locks

  1. Carefully put the lock key provided into the cutout in the handle.
  2. Position the key into its socket.
  3. Rotate the key in a clockwise direction until the indicator is visible in the aperture beside the key.
    Figure 6. Activating the Anti-tamper Lock
    Installing a Drive Carrier Module (1 of 2)
  4. Remove the key.