Removing the perc 6/e and perc 6/i adapters – Dell PowerEdge RAID Controller 6E User Manual

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Perform the following steps to replace a failed controller with data in the TBBU:

1 Perform a controlled shutdown on the system in which the PERC 6/E is

installed, as well as any attached storage enclosures.

2 Remove the controller that has the TBBU currently installed from the

system.

3 Remove the TBBU from the controller.
4 Insert the TBBU in the new controller.

For more information on installing the TBBU, see "Installing the
Transportable Battery Backup Unit (TBBU) on PERC 6/E" on page 46.

5 Insert the replacement controller in the system.

See the relevant sections on installing controllers under "Installing the
PERC 6/E and PERC 6/i Adapters" on page 41.

6 Turn on the system.

The controller flushes the cache data to the virtual disks.

Removing the PERC 6/E and PERC 6/i Adapters

NOTE:

In the event that the SAS cable is accidentally pulled out when the system is

operational, reconnect the cable and see the online help of your
Dell™ OpenManage™ storage management application for the required recovery
steps.

NOTE:

Some PERC 6/i adapters installed on a Dell workstation or

Dell PowerEdge™ SC systems do not have a BBU.

1 Perform a controlled shutdown on the system in which the PERC 6/E

is installed, as well as any attached storage enclosures.

2 Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and remove the system

cover.

CAUTION:

Running a system without the system cover installed may cause

damage due to improper cooling.

NOTE:

For more information on removing peripherals installed in the system’s

PCI-E slots, see the

Hardware Owner’s Manual shipped with your system or

on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.

For instructions on removing a PERC 6/E adapter, go to step 3.
For instructions on removing a PERC 6/i adapter, go to step 5.

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