Replacing A Software Raid 5 Key Module - Cisco UCS C220 M4 Installation And Service Manual

Installing or Replacing Server Components
Figure 3-20
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Replacing a Software RAID 5 Key Module

The server has a two-pin header on the motherboard for a RAID 5 key module. This module upgrades
the embedded software RAID controller options to add RAID 5 support (see
Controllers, page
Step 1 Prepare the server for component installation:
a.
b.
If you cannot safely view and access the component, remove the server from the rack.
Caution
c.
Remove any existing software RAID 5 key module:
Step 2
a.
b.
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SCPM Bracket Location
FAN 4
FAN 3
SCPM mounting bracket between fans 3 and 4 3
Retainer bar
C-11).
Power off the server as described in
Slide the server out the front of the rack far enough so that you can remove the top cover. You might
have to detach cables from the rear panel to provide clearance.
Remove the top cover as described in
Locate the module on the motherboard (see
Hold the retention clips on the header open while you grasp the RAID key board and pull straight
up (see Figure 3-22).
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Retainer bar securing clip
Shutting Down and Powering Off the Server, page
Removing and Replacing the Server Top Cover, page
Figure 3-21).
Chapter 3 Maintaining the Server
Embedded SATA RAID
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