FCoE Controller Replacement Instructions (5697-2514, March 2013)

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Before you begin

Observe the following precautions when replacing a

controller.

CAUTION: HP recommends that you perform

the replacement procedure within seven minutes

from when the controller is removed to when it

is replaced in the enclosure. Ensure all necessary

parts are available so the procedure can be

completed without interruption. Removing a

controller module significantly changes the air

flow within the enclosure. Both controllers must

be installed for the enclosure to cool properly.

If a controller fails, leave it in place in the

enclosure until a new module is available to

install. The enclosure could shut down due to

overheating unless the controller is replaced

within the recommended seven minutes.

Parts can be damaged by electrostatic

discharge. Use proper anti-static protection.

Refer to the documentation that shipped with

your system for additional information.

CAUTION: Restart HP P6000 Command View

after replacing the controller. Failure to do so

could result in losing the ability to manage the

storage array.

• Ensure that the backup configuration settings and

correct firmware version of the iSCSI or

iSCSI/FCoE module are available to restore or

install in a replacement controller. Attempt to save

a backup of your iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE module

configuration file, as noted in this document, if

you have not previously done so.

• Alloy (gray)-colored latches on components like

the controller means the component is

warm-swappable. Halt the I/O of the failing

controller with HP P6000 Command View before

removing this component. See (page 3).

• There are two controllers at the rear of the

controller enclosure. See Figure 1 (page 2) for

the locations.

Figure 1 Controller locations

2. Controller 21. Controller 1

Saving the iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE module's

persistent data

NOTE: HP recommends that you save the

iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE module's persistent data

periodically to avoid data loss from hardware

or software errors.

Be sure to save the configuration information

from each iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE module before

you replace either controller. Document each of

the iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE telnet management

port's static or dynamic (DHCP) IP addresses;

they will be needed when configuring the

replacement controller.

To save the iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE module configuration,

use HP P6000 Command View:

1. In the Navigation pane, select Hardware > iSCSI

Devices > iSCSI Controller 01.

2. Select Set Options.

3. Select Save/Restore configuration.

4. Select either Save Configuration or Full

Configuration Restore.

5. Save the iSCSIContrConfig0001.tgz file.

NOTE: When prompted to save the file,

use a unique file name that includes the

controller number, and it is suggested the

file be saved to a unique array-named

folder.

6. In the Navigation pane, select Hardware > iSCSI

Devices > iSCSI Controller 02.

7. Repeat steps 2 through 5 for the other iSCSI or

iSCSI/FCoE module.

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