4-8
Removing and Replacing Enclosure Components
Caution:
Adaptec
highly recommends
that you power off the
Storage Enclosure before removing or installing any SATA
or FC I/O module.
SCSI I/O modules are
not
hot-swappable.
2
Disconnect all the cables connected to the I/O module.
3
Loosen the two screws below the I/O module handles.
4
Gently push down on the handles
to disengage the I/O module from
the enclosure.
5
Using the handles, gently slide the
I/O module out of the enclosure
(shown at right).
Installing an I/O Module (or I/O Blank)
1
Power off the host system and enclosure.
Caution:
I/O modules are
not
hot-swappable. You must
power off the host system and enclosure before installing
an I/O module or I/O blank.
2
Ensure that the handles of the new I/O module are lowered
(open).
Note:
Do not
use the handles to lift or carry the I/O module.
3
Gently push up on both handles simultaneously to fix the I/O
module into place.
4
Secure the module by tightening the two screws you loosened
in
. Hand-tighten the screws.
Do not
over-
tighten them.
5
Connect the I/O cables, as described in the chapter of this
Guide
that is dedicated to your specific Storage Enclosure’s interface:
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