Installing The Flash-Backed Write Cache Module - HP ProLiant DL385p User Manual

NOTE:
is restored to the system, an initialization process writes the preserved data to the hard drives.

Installing the flash-backed write cache module

CAUTION:
pinout. Do not use this controller with cache modules designed for other controller models,
because the controller can malfunction and you can lose data. Also, do not transfer this cache
module to an unsupported controller model, because you can lose data.
To install the component:
Back up all data.
1.
Close all applications.
2.
CAUTION:
powered down and the last to be powered back up. Taking this precaution ensures that the system
does not erroneously mark the drives as failed when the server is powered up.
Power down the server (on page 23).
3.
Remove all power:
4.
Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
a.
Disconnect each power cord from the server.
b.
Extend the server from the rack (on page 23).
5.
Remove the access panel (on page 25).
6.
Install the cache module.
7.
The data protection and the time limit also apply if a power outage occurs. When power
The cache module connector does not use the industry-standard DDR3 mini-DIMM
In systems that use external data storage, be sure that the server is the first unit to be
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