g. Review the details shown for the HIC ports (the ports labelled e0x or 0x in HIC Location slot
1) to determine if you are ready to connect the host ports to the data hosts:
If the new HIC ports have the protocol you expect:
You are ready to connect the new HIC ports to the data hosts; go to the step below.
If the new HIC ports do not have the protocol you expect:
You must apply a software feature pack before you can connect the new HIC ports to the data
hosts. See
Converting the Protocol of E5700 Host Ports
. Then, use the instructions in that
document to connect the host ports to the data hosts and to resume operations.
6.
Connect the cables from the controller's host ports to the data hosts.
If you need instructions for configuring and using a new host protocol, refer to the
Linux express
configuration
,
Windows express configuration
, or
VMware express configuration
.
Result
The process of adding a host interface card to your storage array is complete. You can resume normal
operations.
Upgrade host interface card
You upgrade a host interface card (HIC) to increase the number of host ports or to change host
protocols. When you upgrade the HICs, you must power off the storage array, remove the existing
HIC from each controller, install a new HIC, and reapply power.
Steps
1. Prepare to upgrade host interface cards on page 95
You prepare to upgrade host interface cards (HICs) by backing up the storage array's configuration
database, collecting support data, and stopping host I/O operations. Then, you can power down the
controller shelf.
2. Upgrade host interface card on page 96
You upgrade a host interface card (HIC) to increase the number of host ports or to change host
protocols. If you are upgrading HICs in a duplex configuration, repeat all steps to remove the
other controller canister, remove the HIC, install the new HIC, and replace the second controller
canister.
3. Complete upgrading a host interface card upgrade on page 104
You complete the process of upgrading a host interface card by checking the controller LEDs and
seven-segment display and confirming that the controller's status is Optimal.
Related concepts
Host interface card overview
on page 80
Requirements for adding, upgrading or replacing a HIC
on page 83
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