4. Ensure that no I/O operations are occurring between the storage array and all connected hosts. For example, you can perform
these steps:
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Stop all processes that involve the LUNs mapped from the storage to the hosts.
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Ensure that no applications are writing data to any LUNs mapped from the storage to the hosts.
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Unmount all file systems associated with volumes on the array.
Note:
The exact steps to stop host I/O operations depend on the host operating system and the configuration, which are
beyond the scope of these instructions. If you are not sure how to stop host I/O operations in your environment, consider
shutting down the host.
Possible data loss – If you continue this procedure while I/O operations are occurring, you might lose data.
Attention:
5. If the storage array participates in a mirroring relationship, stop all host I/O operations on the secondary storage array.
6. Wait for five minutes to allow any data in cache memory to be flushed to disk.
7. From the title bar of the Array Management Window, select Monitor > Reports > Operations in Progress.
8. Wait for all operations shown on the Operations in Progress window to complete before continuing with the next step.
9. Power off the tray as follows:
If you are...
Replacing a drive drawer in a
controller-drive tray
Replacing a drive drawer in an
expansion drive tray
Related information
SANtricity Storage Manager 11.20 Command Line Interface and Script Commands Programming Guide
Removing the cable chains
Left and right cable chains for each drive drawer in the 60-drive trays allow the drawers to slide in and out. Before you can
remove a drive drawer, you must remove both cable chains.
Before you begin
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You have issued the
Action Allowed LED for the drawer, or you have stopped host I/O activity and powered off the tray.
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You have obtained the following items:
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Antistatic protection
Attention:
protection when handling tray components.
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Flashlight
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Orange cable chain removal tool, which is included with the replacement drawer
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Follow these steps...
a. Turn off both power switches on the controller-drive tray.
b. Wait for all LEDs on the controller-drive tray to go dark.
a. Turn off both power switches on the drive tray.
b. Wait two minutes for drive activity to stop.
Set Drawer Service Action Allowed Indicator
Possible hardware damage – To prevent electrostatic discharge damage to the tray, use proper antistatic
CLI command to turn on the blue Service
Replacing a Drive Drawer in a 60-Drive Tray
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