Replacing a RAID adapter battery/flash power module remotely in the server

Use this information to replace a RAID adapter battery remotely in the server.

When you install any ServeRAID adapter that comes with a battery/flash power module, it is necessary to install the battery/flash power module in another location in the server to prevent the batteries/flash power modules from overheating.

Note

1. The battery/flash power module must be installed near the fan cage first. If you have more than two batteries/fan power modules, the battery/fan power module should be installed in ServeRAID SAS controller remote retention (see Replacing a RAID adapter battery holder). Install your batteries/flash power modules orderly as the following illustration.
   Figure 1. RAID adapter battery/flash power module installation
   
   
2. If you are installing ServeRAID-M5100 Series RAID 5 upgrade that comes with a battery/flash power module, you must install the battery/flash power module in ServeRAID SAS controller remote retention instead (see Replacing a RAID adapter battery holder).

Figure 2. RAID adapter battery/flash power module installation

To install a RAID adapter battery/flash power module in the server, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on Safety and Installation guidelines.
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external devices.
3. Remove the cover (see Removing the cover).
4. Install the ServeRAID adapter on the system board (see Replacing an adapter) or install the ServeRAID adapter on the riser card and install the riser-card assembly in the server (see Replacing an adapter).
5. Connect one end of the battery/flash power module cable to the RAID adapter battery/flash power module connector.
6. Route the remote battery/flash power module cable along the chassis.
   Attention

   Make sure that the cable is not pinched and does not cover any connectors or obstruct any components on the system board.
7. Remove any cable covering or obstructing the battery/flash power module holder before opening the battery/flash power module holder.
8. Install the battery/flash power module near the fan cage:
   1. Release the retention clip in the open position.
   2. Align the battery/flash power module cable connector with the slot on the battery/flash power module holder. Place the battery/flash power module into the holder and make sure that the holder engages the battery/flash power module securely.
      Figure 3. RAID adapter battery/flash power module installation
      
      

      Note

      The positioning of the remote battery/flash power module depends on the type of the remote batteries/flash power modules that you install.
   3. Connect the other end of the battery/flash power module cable to the connector on the battery/flash power module.
      Figure 4. RAID adapter battery/flash power module installation
      
      

      Note

      Make sure the battery/flash power module is seated properly.
   4. Place the retention clip underneath while pressing the release tab toward the front of the server until it snaps in place to hold the retention clip firmly in place.
9. Reinstall the cover (see Replacing the cover).
10. Slide the server into the rack.
11. Reconnect the power cords and all external cables, and turn on the server and peripheral devices.