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Spectra nTier Verde Array
Boot Drive Replacement
Page 1: ...SpectraLogic com Spectra nTier Verde Array Boot Drive Replacement...
Page 2: ...d of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error Information furnished in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable However no responsibility is assumed by Spectra Logic...
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Page 4: ...ovide storage for the operating system and StrataView web interface The procedure is different for each size of master node Use the instructions in one of the following sections Replace a Boot Drive i...
Page 5: ...rde 4U master node Estimated Time 30 minutes Before you Begin Before replacing a boot drive make sure that you have addressed the requirements in this section Gather Materials and Tools Required A gro...
Page 6: ...i static bags Connect the wristband to the static protection mat or to other suitable ESD grounding Note Keep all electronic components in anti static bags when not in use Discontinue Storage Operatio...
Page 7: ...the Power screen click Shutdown 3 A confirmation screen displays Confirm the selection to shutdown the nTier Verde array 4 Once the array finishes powering off disconnect the power cords from the pow...
Page 8: ...the array Remove the Array From a Rack Use these instructions to remove the array from a rack 1 Using a 2 Phillips screwdriver remove the screw on each side of the front of the array Warning The Spect...
Page 9: ...lly extended and the self locking latches engage on each rack rail 3 While supporting the front of the chassis with one hand press and hold the self locking latches on both inner rails downward While...
Page 10: ...Any damage to the Spectra nTier Verde caused by failure to protect it from electrostatic discharge ESD voids the Spectra nTier Verde warranty To protect the Spectra nTier Verde drives from damage Wear...
Page 11: ...closest to the chassis wall Note To remove boot drive 2 you must first remove boot drive 1 4 Locate the clip securing the boot drive to the motherboard Figure 10 shows the clip holding the drive You w...
Page 12: ...from the failed module 9 Set the failed module aside for return to Spectra Logic see Returns on page 22 10 Connect the power cable to the replacement module The connector is keyed to only fit one way...
Page 13: ...to reinstall the array in a rack 1 Pull the center section of the outer rails out of the rack until they are fully extended see Figure 13 on page 14 Figure 12 Orient the cover with the tabs facing to...
Page 14: ...ack 3 Slide the chassis into the rack until the self locking latches engage 4 While supporting the front of the chassis with one hand press the self locking latches on both inner rails downward Push t...
Page 15: ...es that you disconnected before removing the array from the rack 7 Power on the nTier Verde array by pressing the power button on the front panel The power LED illuminates indicating that power is on...
Page 16: ...ive in the nTier Verde 2U master node Estimated Time 15 minutes Before You Begin Before replacing a boot drive make sure that you have addressed the requirements in this section Gather Materials and T...
Page 17: ...c protection mat or to other suitable ESD grounding Note Keep all electronic components in anti static bags when not in use Discontinue Storage Operations Although the boot drives in the nTier Verde 2...
Page 18: ...ed 2 Locate the boot drive you want to replace Drive 1 is on the left and drive 2 is on the right Caution Any damage to the Spectra nTier Verde caused by failure to protect it from electrostatic disch...
Page 19: ...ately 20 seconds to allow the drive platters to stop spinning Then slide the drive completely out of the array This delay avoids causing additional damage that might interfere with failure analysis 5...
Page 20: ...following instructions to reboot the array a From any screen of the StrataView interface click the Power icon in the lower right hand corner The Power screen displays b Click Reboot A confirmation scr...
Page 21: ...us a check mark in a green circle If a boot drive does not indicate a good status contact Spectra Logic Technical Support see Contacting Spectra Logic on page 3 nTier Verde 2U master node Confirm the...
Page 22: ...LL of the packaging material shipped with the replacement component including any anti static bags or foam inserts Use the return label and instructions that were included with the replacement compone...
