Installation Guide for ThinkSystem DS Series and DS EXP/D3284

Installation Guide for ThinkSystem DS Series and DS EXP/D3284

Brand: Lenovo

Category: Network Storage

Document Type: Installation Guide

Language: EN

Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 6:31 p.m.

Manual Publish Date: 2019-12-01

Operation

IMPORTANT: Operation of the enclosure with any CRU modules missing will disrupt the airflow, and the enclosure will not receive sufficient cooling. It is essential that all slots hold modules before the enclosure system is used. Empty drive slots (bays) in 2U enclosures must hold dummy drive carrier modules. See also Figure 47 (page 55).

Troubleshooting and error codes

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