Control Module Handling Requirements; Replacing A Control Module - Dell EqualLogic PS6010 Hardware Maintenance

PS6010 Hardware Maintenance
your system. If you are replacing a failed control module, remove the microSD
card from the failed control module and install it in the replacement control
module. This will make sure that you keep the correct firmware.
To display the firmware version running on an array, examine the GUI Member
Controllers window or use the following CLI command:
member select show controllers
If the firmware on a microSD card does not match the firmware running on an
array, do not install it. Instead, contact your array support provider.

Control Module Handling Requirements

Follow these control module handling requirements:
• Protect control modules from electrostatic discharge. Always wear an
electrostatic wrist strap when handling a control module, as described in
Using an Electrostatic Wrist Strap on page 1-5.
• Do not remove a control module from an array while the control modules
are synchronizing. When synchronization completes, a console message will
appear. Also, the ACT LED on the secondary control module will be orange.
• Do not leave a control module slot empty. In an array with one control
module, always attach a blank face plate to the empty control module slot.
• Store control modules properly. Store a control module in its original
packaging or in an antistatic bag or place the control module on a surface
protected from electrostatic discharge.

Replacing a Control Module

If a control module fails, remove it and replace it with a functioning control
module. Do not remove a failed control module until you are ready to replace it.
You may need to temporarily remove a control module to replace its microSD
card.
Note: For proper cooling, do not leave a control module slot empty. If an array
will operate for a long time with only one control module, you must
install a blank control module in the empty slot. You can order a blank
control module from your PS Series array service provider.
Maintaining Control Modules
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