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Removing a RAID cache card

User this information for instructions on how to remove a RAID cache card.

Note
For additional information and notes about the adapters, see Installing an adapter.

To remove a RAID cache card, complete the following steps:

  1. Before you begin, read Safety and Installation guidelines .
  2. Turn off the server (see Turning off the server) and all attached peripheral devices. Disconnect all power cords; then, disconnect all external cables as necessary to replace the device.
  3. Follow the removal instructions for the I/O book where the failed cache card is installed.
  4. Disconnect any cables from the adapter and the cache card.
  5. Lift up the adapter retention lever that secures the adapter.
  6. Carefully grasp the adapter by its top edge or upper corners, and pull the adapter from the connector.
  7. Grasp the cache card and pull it out of the connector on the adapter.
  8. If you are instructed to return the cache card, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.