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Operating Information
Writer:
Don Shimel
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Operating Information
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G-CH4.DOC
Last Saved On:
3/11/97 10:53 AM
Removing and Replacing
Hot-Pluggable Drives
Hot-pluggable drives can be replaced in the ProLiant Storage System while the
power is on if the operating system supports this feature. However, to prevent
loss of data or server lockup, hot-pluggable drives should be removed only
when both the On-Line and Drive Access drive tray indicators are OFF.
This is especially important when replacing a failed drive in a fault-tolerant
configuration. If these conditions are not met, the data may not be
reconstructed on the replacement drive.
CAUTION:
Failure to observe these indicator conditions when replacing
a failed drive in a fault-tolerant configuration may result in loss of data.
See Figure 4-4 on the next page where the proper conditions for removing
drives are illustrated.
Refer to the hot-pluggable hard drive support section of your operating system
or SMART SCSI Array Controller documentation for descriptions of how the
operating system supports hot-pluggability and the ProLiant Storage System
status indicators.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces,
allow the hot-pluggable drives to cool before touching any metallic
surfaces.
CAUTION:
Before you remove or install drives, it is advisable to
discharge the static electricity from your body by touching the front
chassis. This prevents electrostatic discharge from causing interruptions
during operation.
