User`s guide

WARNING
Use caution when working around the backplane. Do not touch the backplane with any
metal objects and make sure no ribbon cables touch the backplane or obstruct the holes,
which aid in proper airflow.
WARNING
Regardless of how many hard drives are installed, all drive carriers must remain in the
drive bays to maintain proper airflow
6.4.3 Hard Drive Backplane
The hard drives plug into a backplane that provides power, drive ID and bus termination.
A RAID controller can be used with the backplane to provide data security.
The operating
system you use must have RAID support to enable the hot-swap capability of the hard
drives. The backplane is already preconfigured, so no jumper or switch configurations are
required.
6.4.4 DVD-ROM Installation (Optional)
The top cover of the chassis must be opened to gain full access to the DVD-ROM drive
bay. The R423-E3 server accommodates only slim type DVD-ROM drives. Side mounting
brackets are typically needed to mount a slim DVD-ROM drive in the server.
Accessing the Inside of the Chassis
1. Grasp the two handles on either side and pull the unit straight out until it locks (you
will hear a "click").
2. Next, depress the two buttons on the top of the chassis to release the top cover and
at the same time, push the cover away from you until it stops. You can then lift the
top cover from the chassis to gain full access to the inside of
the server.
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