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Drive uncertified

Important

  • Refer to your hardware documentation or contact a Technical Support Engineer for information on which drives are certified for your storage array.

  • You can replace the uncertified drive while the storage array is receiving I/O.

  • Make sure the replacement drive has a capacity equal to or greater than the uncertified drive you will remove.

CAUTION
Electrostatic discharge can damage sensitive components

Always use proper anti-static protection when handling components. Touching components without using a grounding wrist strap may damage equipment.

Recovery Steps​

  1. Remove the drive shown in the Details area. Its fault indicator light should be lit.

  2. Wait at least 30 seconds after removing a drive before inserting a new one.

  3. Insert a new drive. Its fault indicator light may be lit for a short time (one minute or less).

  4. Select Recheck to ensure the problem has been resolved.