Adding an expansion enclosure to a system

You can install expansion enclosures to an operational system.

The expansion enclosures package includes the following items:

• Either a 24 drive slot or 12 drive slot enclosure, depending on the model purchased.
• A rack installation kit
• Two power cords that can be used to connect to a rack power distribution unit

Options that you may have purchased for the expansion enclosure are:

• Drives. A range of 2.5-inch small form factor drives and 3.5-inch large form factor drives are available.
• Power cords suitable for connection to wall sockets at your location.

If possible, install the expansion enclosure in the same rack as the other enclosures in a system and next to other enclosures.

Your system can be left operational while the expansion enclosure is installed and connected.

Refer to Adding an expansion enclosure to an existing system for information about installing and securing the enclosures.