To add an X91148A module as a storage module in a system with open slots,
you must follow the specific sequence of steps.
Before you begin
- This procedure presumes slots 3 and/or 7 are
open.
Procedure
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Shut down controller A:
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Disable automatic giveback: storage
failover modify -node local -auto-giveback
false
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Take over the target node: storage
failover takeover -ofnode target_node_name
The console connection shows that
the node drops to the LOADER prompt when the
takeover is complete.
- If you are not already grounded, properly ground yourself.
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Remove the target slot blanking cover:
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Depress the lettered and numbered cam
button.
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Rotate the cam latch down until it is in a
horizontal position.
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Remove the blanking cover.
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Install the X91148A module into slot 3:
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Align the X91148A module with the edges of the
slot.
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Slide the X91148A module into the slot until
the lettered and numbered I/O cam latch begins to
engage with the I/O cam pin.
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Push the I/O cam latch all the way up to lock
the module in place.
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If you are installing a second X91148A module
for storage, repeat this step for the module in
slot 7.
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Reboot controller A. boot_ontap
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Giveback the node from the partner node. storage
failover giveback -ofnode target_node_name
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Enable automatic giveback if it was disabled:
storage failover modify -node local
-auto-giveback true
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Repeat these steps for controller B.
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Install and cable your NS224 shelves, as described in Hot-adding an NS224 drive shelf.