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EMC®VNXe3300™
Replacing a VNXe3300 Memory Module
Before you start
Before you begin the replacement procedure, make sure you have correctly identified the faulted part,
and that a replacement memory module (DIMM) is available. Refer to your EMC VNXe™ online help
Servicing your system >Adding or replacing faulted hardware components > Replace a faulted
hardware component) for instructions on how to identify failures, order new parts, and handle
hardware components. Also, prepare your disk processor enclosure (DPE) for service as described
below.
Preparing your disk processor enclosure for service
To protect your VNXe system from accidental data loss while you remove and replace DPE
components, open Unisphere™ and select Settings, then Service System.
• Log in with your service password.
•IntheSystem Components column, select the storage processor (A or B) associated with the
faulted component.
•UnderService Actions, select Enter Service Mode, then Execute service action.
The storage processor fault LED will flash alternating amber and blue while the SP remains in
Service Mode and is receiving active power.
Contents
This document provides instructions on the following tasks:
Task 1: Remove the storage processor (SP) assembly on page 2
Task 2: Remove the power supply on page 3
Task 3: Replace the memory module on page 4
Task 4: Replace the power supply on page 6
Task 5: Install the storage processor assembly on page 7
Task 6: Reboot the storage processor on page 8
Task 7: Verify the operation of the new module on page 8
Task 8: Return the faulted memory module on page 9
