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Step 1.
If you are not already grounded, properly ground yourself.
Step 2.
Align the end of the controller module with the opening in the chassis, and then gently push the
controller module halfway into the system.
Note: Do not completely insert the controller module in the chassis until instructed to do so.
Step 3.
Recable the system, as needed.If you removed the media converters (SFPs), remember to reinstall
them if you are using fiber optic cables.
Step 4.
Complete the reinstallation of the controller module: The controller module begins to boot as soon
as it is fully seated in the chassis. Be prepared to interrupt the boot process.
a.
With the cam handle in the open position, firmly push the controller module in until it meets the
midplane and is fully seated, and then close the cam handle to the locked position.
Attention: Do not use excessive force when sliding the controller module into the chassis; you
might damage the connectors.
b.
Tighten the thumbscrew on the cam handle on back of the controller module.
c.
If you have not already done so, reinstall the cable management device.
d.
Bind the cables to the cable management device with the hook and loop strap.
e.
Reconnect the power cables to the power supplies and to the power sources, and then turn on
the power to start the boot process.
Step 5.
Return the controller to normal operation:
If your system is in...
An HA pair
Completing the replacement process
After you replace the part, you can return the failed part to Lenovo, as described in the RMA instructions
shipped with the kit. Contact technical support at
additional help with the replacement procedure.
Replacing the chassis
To replace the chassis, you must move the power supplies, fans, and controller modules from the impaired
chassis to the new chassis, and swap out the impaired chassis from the equipment rack or system cabinet
with the new chassis of the same model as the impaired chassis.
Before you begin
All other components in the system must be functioning properly; if not, you must contact technical support.
• You can use this procedure with all versions of ONTAP supported by your system.
• This procedure is written with the assumption that you are moving the controller module or modules to the
new chassis, and that the chassis is a new component from Lenovo.
Shutting down the controller
You must shut down the controller or controllers in the chassis prior to moving them to the new chassis.
Before you begin
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Issue this command from the partner's console...
storage failover giveback -ofnode impaired_node_name
Lenovo Data Center Support
if you need the RMA number or
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