Removing the model 8233-E8B Redundant Array of Independent Disks enablement card

You might need to prepare your server for removal of the RAID enablement card. Use the procedure in this section to perform this task.

1. Perform prerequisite tasks as described in Before you begin.
2. Identify the auxiliary cache card that you need to remove. For instructions, see Identifying a failing part.
3. Stop the system. For instructions, see Stopping the system or logical partition.
4. Disconnect the power source from the system by unplugging the system.
   Attention: You must disconnect the power source from the system by disconnecting all power cords to prevent system damage during this procedure.
   Note: This system might be equipped with a second power supply. Before continuing with this procedure, ensure that all power sources to the system have been completely disconnected.

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5. If you have a rack-mounted system, place it in the service position. See Placing a rack-mounted 8233-E8B or 8236-E8C model in the service position.
6. Remove the access cover. See Removing the service access cover from a rack-mounted 8233-E8B or 8236-E8C.
7. Attach the wrist strap
   Attention:

   • Attach a wrist strap to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) from damaging your hardware.
   • When using a wrist strap, follow all electrical safety procedures. A wrist strap is for static control. It does not increase or decrease your risk of receiving electric shock when using or working on electrical equipment.
   • If you do not have a wrist strap, just prior to removing the product from ESD packaging and installing or replacing hardware, touch an unpainted metal surface of the system for a minimum of 5 seconds.

You might need to remove the RAID enablement card from your server. Use the procedure in this section to perform this task.

1. Locate the RAID enablement card you want to remove.
2. Press the tab (B) and slide the card out of the system as shown in the following figures. The RAID enablement card is attached to a metal plate (A). You will slide the metal plate out of the system to remove the RAID enablement card.
   Figure 1. RAID enablement card removal from a rack-mounted system unit

   
3. Replace the RAID enablement card. For instructions, see Replacing the 8233-E8B Redundant Array of Independent Disk enablement card.