Exchanging a part using the Hardware Management Console

You can use the Hardware Management Console (HMC) to perform many service actions, including exchanging a field replaceable unit (FRU) or part.

If you are exchanging a part to repair a serviceable event follow those instructions. If you are exchanging a part as a part of any other procedure using HMC Version 7 or later use these steps:

In the navigation area, expand Systems Management > Servers.
Select the managed system in which you are exchanging a part.
In the Tasks area expand Serviceability > Hardware.
Select Exchange FRU.
In the Replace Hardware - Replace FRU, Select FRU Type window select the system or enclosure in which you will exchange a part from the list.
Select the type of part you will exchange from the menu and click Next.
Select the location code of the part you will exchange from the menu and click Add.
After the FRU is placed in the pending actions category click Launch Procedure and follow the instructions to exchange the feature.
Note: The HMC might open external instructions for replacing the part. If so, follow those instructions to replace the part.