Replacing an expansion canister
You can replace a faulty expansion canister with a new one received from CRU / FRU stock.
About this task
Attention: Although many components are hot-swappable, they are intended to
be used only when your system is not active (no I/O operations). If your system is powered on and
processing I/O operations, go to the management GUI and follow the fix procedures. Initiating the replacement actions
without the assistance of the fix procedures can result in loss of data or loss of access to
data.
Be careful when you are replacing the hardware components that are located in the back of the system. Do not inadvertently disturb or remove any cables that you are not instructed to remove.
Do not remove an expansion canister unless directed to do so by a service procedure.
Procedure
To replace an expansion canister, complete the following steps: