Installing a feature using the Hardware Management Console

You can use the Hardware Management Console to perform many service actions, including the installation of a new feature or part.

To use the Hardware Management Console user interface to install a feature or part into a system or expansion unit that is managed by an HMC, follow these steps:

In the navigation area, expand Systems Management > Servers.
Select the managed system you will install the part in.
In the Tasks area expand Serviceability > Hardware.
Select Add FRU (field replaceable unit).
In the Add/Install/Remove Hardware window select the system or enclosure into which you are installing the feature.
Select the type of feature you are installing from the menu and click Next
Select the location code for where you will install the feature, and click Add.
After the FRU is placed in the pending actions category click Launch Procedure and follow the instructions to install the feature.
Note: The HMC might open external instructions for installing the feature. If so, follow those instructions to install the feature.