Replace Oracle F160 Flash Card (Server Power-On)
Replace Oracle F160 Flash Card (Server Power-
On)
Replace an existing Oracle Flash Accelerator F160 PCIe Card if the drive fails or the usable
drive life has been exceeded.
Caution -
Possible data loss. Exceeding the maximum number of Oracle 1.6TB NVMe PCIe
Flash Cards or placing cards in unsupported slots results in host platform error report and
shutdown.
Caution -
Possible component damage. Circuit boards and drives contain electronic
components that are extremely sensitive to static electricity. Ordinary amounts of static
electricity from clothing or the work environment can destroy the components located on these
boards. Do not touch the components along their connector edges. These procedures require
that you handle components that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge. This sensitivity can
cause the components to fail. To avoid damage, ensure that you follow anti-static practices as
described in
“ESD Safety Measures” on page 25
Caution -
Hazardous voltages are present. To reduce the risk of electric shock and danger to
personal health, follow the instructions.
Note -
Your server chassis might require a PCIe carrier extension for each installed Oracle Flash
Accelerator F160 PCIe Card to facilitate air flow. Your server chassis might contain a card
carrier or other configuration. Refer to the server's service manual for PCIe card removal and
replacement instructions.
The following task describes an example procedure. Follow the server's service manual detailed
instructions.
1.
Ensure that you have already taken antistatic measures.
“ESD Safety Measures” on page 25
2.
Prepare the server operating system, as required, before you remove drives.
Some Oracle F160 Flash Cards are hot-service components that can be replaced at any time
if the card is not currently in use. Follow the server's service manual instructions for orderly
shutdown during NVMe storage drive insertion and removal service actions.
Unmount the Oracle F160 Flash Cards. Refer to the server's service manual for instructions.
Servicing the Oracle F160 Flash Card
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