Skip to main content
Install and maintain

Overview of add and replace I/O module - AFX 2K

Contributors netapp-driley

The AFX 2K storage system offers flexibility in expanding or replacing I/O modules to enhance network connectivity and performance. Adding or replacing an I/O module is essential when upgrading network capabilities or addressing a failed module.

You can replace a failed I/O module in your AFX 2K storage system with the same type of I/O module, or with a different kind of I/O module. You can also add an I/O module into a system with empty slots.

  • Add an I/O module

    Adding additional modules can improve redundancy, helping to ensure that the system remains operational even if one module fails.

  • Replace an I/O module

    Replacing a failing I/O module can restore the system to its optimal operating state.

I/O slot numbering

The I/O slots on the AFX 2K controller are numbered 1 through 11, as shown in the following illustration.

Slot numbering on an AFX 2K controller
Slot Number I/O Slot Slot Number I/O Slot Slot Number I/O Slot
Callout number 1

HA

Callout number 4
Callout number 5

NVRAM12

Callout number 9

Network

Callout number 2

Cluster

Callout number 6
Callout number 7

NVRAM12-EX

Callout number 10

Storage

Callout number 3

Network

Callout number 8

Storage

Callout number 11

(Optional) Four-port 25GbE SFP28 for additional management connectivity