Chapter 3: FRU Removal and Replacement Procedures
Replacing an Array Module BBU
Quantum DXi6900 G2 Field Service Manual
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Installing a Replacement Array Module Controller
To install the replacement Array module controller:
1. Remove the BBU from the failed Array module controller and install the BBU in the replacement
Replacing an Array Module BBU on the next page
).
2. Remove the controller air blocker from the controller slot.
3. Slide the replacement Array module controller into the empty bay until the controller snaps into place,
and push the handles into the closed position (see
Figure 110 on the previous page
).
4. Connect the SAS cables to the new controller (see
DXi6900 G2 Cabling Diagrams on page 194
):
5. Run
Factory Detect Hardware
from the
Service Menu
to detect the new hardware (see
).
6. In the remote management console, delete any administrative alerts and close any service tickets.
Note:
In certain conditions SANtricity may be needed to correct the Tray numbering scheme or to run
the Recovery GURU, please refer to
Connecting to the System Node Using Santricity on page 32
Replacing an Array Module BBU
This section describes how to remove and replace the battery backup unit (BBU) in a DXi6900 G2 Array
module (RBOD) and contains the following sections:
l
Obtaining a Replacement Array Module BBU below
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Replacing an Array Module BBU on the next page
Obtaining a Replacement Array Module BBU
Before beginning the replacement procedure, make sure that you have the required replacement kit. The
appropriate Array module BBU will be provided by Quantum Customer Support (see
).
You will need the following items to perform this procedure:
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Replacement Array module BBU provided by Quantum Customer Support.
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ESD grounding wrist strap (included in the replacement kit)