Converting the Service Processor and I/O Panel to Support Remote Replication

Note: If the subsystem is configured for remote power management, you must turn the key switch from "Standby" to "On" for the master cabinet and all expansion cabinets before following this procedure.

Note: If needed, view all removal and replacement illustrations before removing the service processor cables. Removing these cables will prevent all illustrations from being displayed until the cables are reconnected.

1. Make sure all host I/O to the subsystem has been stopped.

2. Before starting this service action enable the reserve cabinet(s) function.

   a) Reserve the cabinet(s) for maintenance.

   b) Enter a description of the service action (i.e. converting the service processor and I/O panel).

   c) Select the estimated amount of time of the service action from the pull-down.

   d) Select the Reserve Cabinet(s) button.

   e) Other users will be alerted that this service action is in progress when they log in.

3. Observe all ESD precautions.

4. From the rear of the cabinet label and remove all cables from the outside of the service processor and I/O panel.

5. Unscrew the captive fasteners on the right side of the service processor and I/O panel and open the panel.

6. If the subsystem is configured for remote power management, make sure to turn the key switch from "Standby" to "On" before proceeding to the next step. If the subsystem is not configured for remote power management, proceed to step 9.

7. Remove the Rear Sequencer J14 and the Front Sequencer J14 connections from the rear of the service processor and I/O panel.

   a) View the rear of the service processor and I/O panel illustration.

8. Disconnect the USB cable from the left side of the USB Relay panel and slide it out.

9. From the inside of the I/O panel verify that the cables are labeled and note their locations.

10. Remove all of the cables from the inside of the I/O panel.

11. Close the I/O panel.

12. Remove the remaining six screws that hold the left side of the service processor and I/O panel to the side of the cabinet.

    a) Make a note of the RU locations for all screws and the captive fasteners that hold the I/O panel in place.

    b) You must install the new I/O panel in the same location for the cables to be properly routed.

13. Lift the I/O panel away from the cabinet. Use care to make sure that the I/O panel does not get caught on any of the cables.

14. Place the new I/O panel in the exact location that the old one was removed from.

15. Insert and tighten the six screws on the left side to hold the I/O panel in place on the cabinet.

16. Reconnect the Rear Sequencer J14 and the Front Sequencer J14 connections, if removed in step 7.

17. Reconnect the USB relay cable, if removed in step 8.

18. Reconnect the cables to the inside of the new I/O panel. Using care to connect the cables in the same locations.

19. Replace any cable ties and cable wraps to properly route and secure the cables.

20. Close the I/O panel and tighten the captive fasteners.

21. Replace all of the cables that were removed from the outside of the I/O panel. Using care to connect the cables in the same locations.

22. Turn the key switch from "On" back to "Standby" if needed.

23. Disable the reserve cabinet(s) function.

    a) Release the cabinet(s).

    b) Select the Release Cabinet(s) button.