Installing The Cache Module - HP ProLiant DL G6 User Manual

CAUTION:
because the controller can malfunction and you can lose data. Also, do not transfer this cache
module to a different controller module, because you can lose data.
CAUTION:
the battery pack while an array capacity expansion, RAID level migration, or stripe size migration
is in progress.
CAUTION:
before unplugging the cable from the cache module. If the amber LED blinks after 15 seconds, do
not remove the cable from the cache module. The cache module is backing up data, and data is
lost if the cable is detached.
IMPORTANT:
error message is displayed when the server is powered up, indicating that the battery pack is
temporarily disabled. No action is necessary on your part. The internal circuitry automatically
recharges the batteries and enables the battery pack. This process might take up to four hours.
During this time, the cache module functions properly, but without the performance advantage of
the battery pack.
NOTE:
is restored to the system, an initialization process writes the preserved data to the hard drives.

Installing the cache module

CAUTION:
because the controller can malfunction and you can lose data. Also, do not transfer this cache
module to a different controller module, because you can lose data.
To install the component:
Back up all data.
1.
Close all applications.
2.
Power down the server (on page 22).
3.
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.
Do one of the following:
4.
Unlock and remove the bezel
o
Extend the server from the rack (on page 24).
o
Remove the access panel (on page 25).
5.
Do not use this controller with cache modules designed for other controller models,
To prevent a server malfunction or damage to the equipment, do not add or remove
After the server is powered down, wait 15 seconds and then check the amber LED
The battery pack might have a low charge when installed. In this case, a POST
The data protection and the time limit also apply if a power outage occurs. When power
Do not use this controller with cache modules designed for other controller models,
In systems that use external data storage, be sure that the server is the first unit to be
("Open or remove the tower bezel" on page 22).
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