HP ProLiant DL385 Generation 5p Server User Guide

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Prepare the hard drive.

3. Install the hard drive.

4. Determine the status of the hard drive from the hot-plug SAS hard drive LED combinations ("SAS and

SATA hard drive LED combinations" on page 15).

Removing a hot-plug SAS hard drive

CAUTION: For proper cooling do not operate the server without the access panel, baffles,

expansion slot covers, or blanks installed. If the server supports hot-plug components, minimize

the amount of time the access panel is open.

1. Determine the status of the hard drive from the hot-plug SAS hard drive LED combinations ("SAS and

SATA hard drive LED combinations" on page 15).

2. Back up all server data on the hard drive.