Boot media replacement workflow for a FAS8300 or FAS8700 system using the automated boot recovery process
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Get started with replacing the boot media in your FAS8300 or FAS8700 storage system using the automated boot recovery process. The system automatically identifies and selects the appropriate boot menu option, then uses the boot image on the partner node to reinstall ONTAP on the replacement boot media. To complete the replacement, you review the requirements, shut down the controller, replace the boot media, allow the system to restore the image, and verify system functionality.
The automated boot media recovery process is supported only in ONTAP 9.17.1 and later. If your storage system is running an earlier version of ONTAP, use the manual boot recovery procedure.
To get started, review the replacement requirements, shut down the controller, replace the boot media, allow the system to restore the image, and verify system functionality.
Review the requirements for boot media replacement.
Shut down the controller in your storage system when you need to replace the boot media.
Remove the failed boot media from the controller module and install the replacement boot media.
Restore the ONTAP image from the partner controller.
Return the failed part to NetApp, as described in the RMA instructions shipped with the kit.