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Hardware options installation
Introduction
If more than one option is being installed, read the installation instructions for all the hardware options and
identify similar steps to streamline the installation process.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the
internal system components to cool before touching them.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to electrical components, properly ground the server before
beginning any installation procedure. Improper grounding can cause electrostatic discharge.
Security bezel option
The security bezel helps prevent unauthorized physical access to the front panel components.
Install the security bezel, and then lock it with the key provided with the kit.
Drive options
For a list of drive configurations supported in this server, see "Drive numbering (on page 15)." For additional
drive capacity, install a rear LFF or SFF drive cage ("Rear drive cage options" on page 37).
The embedded storage controller supports SATA drive installation.
For SAS drive installation, do one of the following: