12. If drive blanks are installed in the drive cage assembly, remove the drive blanks. Retain the drive blanks for use in
empty drive bays.
13. Install the drive cage.
• Drive boxes 1–3 (box 1 shown)
• Drive boxes 4–6 (box 4 shown)
14. Connect the power cable to the drive backplane power connector.
15. Route and connect the data cables depending on the server configuration. For more information, see Cabling.
CAUTION: When routing cables, always be sure that the cables are not in a position where they can be
pinched or crimped.
16. Install the fan cage holders (Installing fan cage holders).
17. Install the fan cage (Installing the fan cage).
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