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Chassis replacement workflow - AFF A1K

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Get started with replacing the chassis of your AFF A1K storage system by reviewing the replacement requirements, shutting down the controller, replacing the chassis, and verifying system operations.

OneReview the chassis replace requirements

Review the chassis replacement requirements.

twoPrepare for chassis replace

Prepare to replace the chassis by locating the system, gathering system credentials and necessary tools, verifying the replacement chassis was received, and labeling the system cables.

threeShut down the controller

Shut down the controller so you can perform maintenance on the chassis.

FourReplace the chassis

Replace the chassis by moving the components from the impaired chassis to the replacement chassis.

FiveComplete the chassis replacement

Complete the chassis replacement by bringing the controller up, giving back the controller, and returning the failed chassis to NetApp.