Installing a part by using the HMC

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

Procedure

  1. In the navigation area, click the Resources icon Resources icon, and then click All Systems.
  2. Click the system name for which you want to install the part.
  3. In the navigation area, click Serviceability.
  4. In the Serviceability window, click Add FRU (field replaceable unit).
  5. In the Add/Install/Remove Hardware-Add FRU, Select FRU Type window, select the system or enclosure into which you are installing the feature.
  6. Select the type of feature you are installing, and click Next.
  7. Select the location code where you will install the feature, and click Add.
  8. After the part is listed in the Pending Actions section, 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.