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Replacing the model 8233-E8B auxiliary cache card

If you removed the auxiliary cache card as a part of another procedure, you might need to replace the card. Use the procedure in this section to perform this task.

You must have already completed the procedure Removing the model 8233-E8B auxiliary cache card.

To replace an auxiliary cache card, complete the following steps:

  1. Align the auxiliary cache card with the slot in the system.
    Figure 1. Slot location for the RAID auxiliary cache card
    Slot location of RAID auxiliary cache card
  2. Slide the auxiliary cache card(A) into the system until the tab (B) locks into place.
    Figure 2. Rack-mounted RAID auxiliary cache card replacement
    Replacing the RAID auxiliary cache card
  3. Replace the service access cover. See Installing the service access cover on a rack-mounted 8233-E8B or 8236-E8C
  4. Place the system in the operating position. See Placing a rack-mounted 8233-E8B or 8236-E8C in the operating position.
  5. Start the system. For instructions, see Starting a system or logical partition.
  6. Verify that the new resource is functional. For instructions, see Verifying the installed part.


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Last updated: Mon, December 15, 2014