Description
Introduction to the Hot Swap SAS/SATA Hard Drive Tray
Features of the F9541 Dell 3.5 Inch Hot Swap SAS/SATA Hard Drive
The F9541 Dell 3.5 Inch Hot Swap SAS/SATA Hard Drive Tray Sled Caddy offers a variety of features that make it an ideal choice for managing hard drives in a Dell PowerEdge or PowerVault server. Some key features include:
- Hot-swap capability: The caddy allows for easy installation, replacement, and maintenance of hard drives without shutting down the server.
- Compatible with both SAS and SATA hard drives: The caddy is compatible with both SAS and SATA hard drives, providing flexibility in storage options.
- Compatible with both 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch hard drives: The caddy is compatible with both 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch hard drives, further expanding the storage options.
- Durable construction: The caddy is built with high-quality materials, ensuring a long lifespan and reliable performance.
- Easy to install: The caddy is easy to install and comes with all necessary hardware and instructions.
- Support for RAID: The tray sled caddy is compatible with RAID array, which allow users to increase the performance and data protection
- Support for hot-plugging: The caddy supports hot-plugging, meaning that it can be safely and easily removed and inserted into the server without having to shut down the machine
Installation and Configuration Instructions
Installing and configuring the F9541 Dell 3.5 Inch Hot Swap SAS/SATA Hard Drive Tray Sled Caddy is a straightforward process. Here are the general steps for installation and configuration:
- Power off the server and unplug all cables before installing the caddy.
- Open the server and locate the empty drive bay where the caddy will be installed.
- Carefully insert the caddy into the drive bay, making sure that it is securely seated.
- Connect the SAS or SATA cable and the power cable to the hard drive.
- If you are installing a RAID array, you will need to configure the RAID controller. Consult the RAID controller documentation for instructions.
- Power on the server and check the system BIOS or RAID controller to ensure that the new drive is detected and configured correctly.
- Once the drive is detected, you can use the appropriate software to partition and format the drive.
- Once the drive is formatted, you can install the operating system or copy data to the new drive.
It is important to follow all instructions and safety precautions as outlined in the server documentation. Also, for a more detailed instructions it is best to check the documentation that came with the caddy or consult the Dell website for additional resources.
Product Details
- Manufacturer: Dell
- MPN: F9541
- Type: Hot Swap Trays
- Hot Swap Trays Type: SAS-SATA
- Product Name: 3.5 Inch
- SKU: F9541
- Dimensions: 3.5 Inches x 1/3H
Compatibility
- Poweredge 1900, 1950, 2900, 2950, 6900, 6950 Servers And Powervault Md1000 And Md3000 Storage Arrays
