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Controller Replacement
HPE Alletra 6000
Published January, 2023
Part No. 960-0116-001 Revision A
*960-0116-001*

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Summary of Contents for HPE Alletra 6000

  • Page 1 Controller Replacement HPE Alletra 6000 Published January, 2023 Part No. 960-0116-001 Revision A *960-0116-001*...
  • Page 2: Legal Notices

    Document ID uhv1605752780828 Support All documentation and knowledge base articles are available on HPE InfoSight at https://infosight.hpe.com. To register for HPE InfoSight, click the Create Account link on the main page. Email: support@nimblestorage.com For all other general support contact information, go to https://www.hpe.com/us/en/services/nimble-storage.html.
  • Page 3 Documentation Feedback: doc-feedback-hpe-storage@hpe.com Replace a Controller Use this procedure to replace a controller in your HPE storage array. This procedure applies to the following models: HPE Alletra 6010, 6030, 6050, 6070, 6090 Time required: 45 minutes per controller Parts required:...
  • Page 4 Determine the state of the controllers and power supplies. Before removing a controller, address any power supply issues in the peer controller if the power supplies do not show proper operational status (green LED). For HPE Alletra 6030 and 6050 arrays with 800 W power supplies, this precaution is critical..
  • Page 5 Documentation Feedback: doc-feedback-hpe-storage@hpe.com Controller release lever (open) Chassis 2 Controller Important: To avoid electrostatic damage, place array components on a grounded anti-static mat. Use an ESD wrist strap during removal and replacement. 3 Remove the empty primary PCIe cage (left) from the new controller.
  • Page 6 Documentation Feedback: doc-feedback-hpe-storage@hpe.com Fastener Connector 2 Riser card 4 Move the primary PCIe cage (left) from the failed controller to the new controller. a Lift the tab of the fastener and turn the fastener one half turn (180°) counter clockwise to release the PCIe cage.
  • Page 7 Documentation Feedback: doc-feedback-hpe-storage@hpe.com Guide post Riser card 2 Groove d With the riser card and connector properly aligned, press down on the top of the PCIe cage to seat the riser card in the connector. e Press down on the fastener and turn the fastener tab one half turn (180°) clockwise to secure the PCIe cage.
  • Page 8 Documentation Feedback: doc-feedback-hpe-storage@hpe.com Right PCIe cage Riser card Fastener Connector 6 Move the secondary PCIe cage (right), if present, from the failed controller to the new controller. a Lift the tab of the fastener and turn the fastener one half turn (180°) counter clockwise to release the PCIe cage.
  • Page 9 Documentation Feedback: doc-feedback-hpe-storage@hpe.com Guide post Riser card Groove Connector d With the riser cards and connectors properly aligned, press down on the top of the PCIe cage to seat the riser cards in their connectors. e Press down on the fastener and turn the fastener tab one half turn (180°) clockwise to secure the PCIe cage.
  • Page 10 Documentation Feedback: doc-feedback-hpe-storage@hpe.com OCP card OCP card latch b Remove the slot cover from the OCP expansion slot on the back of the controller. c Gently insert the OCP card into the expansion slot of the replacement controller. Be sure the OCP card is properly seated.
  • Page 11 Note: If firmware updates are required, the new controller can take longer to appear in the UI. If the controller takes longer than 45 minutes to report an Active/Standby state, contact HPE Support for assistance. 11 Return the failed controller as directed on the RMA work order that came with the replacement kit.