Replacing A Software Raid Key Module - Cisco UCS C220 Installation And Service Manual

Chapter 3 Maintaining the Server

Replacing a Software RAID Key Module

To remove and replace a software RAID key module, use the following procedure.
Prepare the server for component installation:
Step 1
a.
b.
If you cannot safely view and access the component, remove the server from the rack.
Caution
c.
Remove the software RAID key module:
Step 2
a.
b.
Install a new software RAID key module:
Step 3
a.
b.
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Power off the server as described in
Slide the server out the front of the rack far enough so that you can remove the top cover. You might
have to detach cables from the rear panel to provide clearance.
Remove the top cover as described in
Locate the module on the motherboard (see
Grasp the printed circuit board of the module and lift it from the header.
Note The module must have clearance from the retention clip on the header before the module can
be pulled up. Open the retention clip, then pull up as shown in
Align the module with the pins in the motherboard header.
Gently press down on the module until it is seated and the retention clip locks over the module.
Software RAID Key Module Retention Feature
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Printed circuit board on module
Retention feature on motherboard header
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Installing or Replacing Server Components
Shutting Down and Powering Off the Server, page
Removing and Replacing the Server Top Cover, page
Figure C-1).
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3 Motherboard header
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Retention feature in installed position
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