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You have labels to identify each cable that is connected to the controller canister.
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You have a management station with a browser that can access ThinkSystem System Manager
for the controller. (To open the System Manager interface, point the browser to the controller’s
domain name or IP address.)
6.2. Add DE2000H and DE4000H host interface cards (HICs)
You can add a host interface card (HIC) to DE2000H or DE4000H controller
canisters with baseboard host ports. This addition increases the number of host
ports in your DE2000H or DE4000H storage array and provides additional host
protocols.
6.2.1. About this task
During this procedure, you must power off the storage array, install the HIC, and reapply power.
6.2.2. Before you begin
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Review
Requirements for DE2000H or DE4000H HIC replacement.
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Schedule a downtime maintenance window for this procedure. The power must be off when
you install HICs, so you cannot access data on the storage array until you have successfully
completed this procedure. (In a duplex configuration, this is because both controllers must have
the same HIC configuration when they are powered on.)
What you’ll need
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One or two HICs, based on whether you have one or two controllers in your storage array. The
HICs must be compatible with your controllers.
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An ESD wristband, or you have taken other antistatic precautions.
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A #1 Phillips screwdriver.
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Labels to identify each cable that is connected to the controller canister.
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Any required host hardware installed for the new host ports, such as switches or host bus
adapters (HBAs).
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All cables, transceivers, switches, and host bus adapters (HBAs) needed to connect the new
host ports.
For information about compatible hardware, refer to
Lenovo Storage Interoperation Center
(LSIC) or Lenovo Press.
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A management station with a browser that can access ThinkSystem System Manager for the
controller. (To open the System Manager interface, point the browser to the controller’s domain
name or IP address.)
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