Adding or replacing an adapter
About adding or replacing an adapter
You can add or replace an adapter in your cluster without taking your system out of service. Before adding an adapter to your cluster, you should review the System Configuration Guide on the NOW Web page at http://now.netapp.com for currently supported slot assignments for your new adapter. You also need the Field Service Guide for adapter installation instructions.
Adding or replacing an adapter
To add or replace an adapter in your cluster, complete the following steps.
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Action
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From the local node console, enter the following command and verify that the partner node halted:
cf takeover
Result
The filer takes over the partner node. You see a message similar to the following:
takeover completed
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Ground yourself using the antistatic wrist strap.
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Turn off the power supplies on the partner node and unplug it from the power source.
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Add or replace the adapter, as described in the Field Service Guide.
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Reconnect any cabling to your new adapter, then reconnect the power supply cables on the partner node and turn on the power supplies.
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After the partner boots, create your cluster again by entering the following command on the local node's console:
cf giveback
Result
The partner node reboots and functions normally. A successful giveback ends with the following message on the local node:
giveback completed
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