How to Remove and Replace a SPARC T3-1 Internal RAID Controller Cable:ATR:2575:1

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Update Date:	2016-04-28
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Solution 1299302.1 : How to Remove and Replace a SPARC T3-1 Internal RAID Controller Cable:ATR:2575:1

Applies to:

SPARC T3-1 - Version Not Applicable and later
Information in this document applies to any platform.

Goal

Service SPARC T3-1 Internal RAID controller cable

Solution

DISPATCH INSTRUCTIONS

WHAT SKILLS DOES THE ENGINEER NEED:(IS A SITE ENGINEER AVAILABLE?)
Specific training or knowledge required

Time Estimate: 30 minutes

FIELD ENGINEER INSTRUCTIONS

WHAT STATE SHOULD THE SYSTEM BE IN TO BE READY TO PERFORM THE RESOLUTION ACTIVITY? :

DAMAGE ALERT: Perform a visual inspection of the replacement part to make sure that there are no damaged components, connectors, bent pins, damaged packages during shipping, etc. If the part is damaged, don't install it into the system, order a new part. Handle with caution and package carefully the return part to avoid any damages during shipping.

<any sys-admin pre work required to shut the system down>

WHAT ACTION DOES THE ENGINEER NEED TO TAKE:
*** Follow standard ESD procedures to avoid Electrostatic Discharge

1. Power off the serer
2. Disconnect all power cables
3. Disconnect any data cables connected to any PCIe/XAUI card if needed
4. Remove the Top Cover
1. Unlatch the fan module door by pulling the release tabs back to release the door
2. Press the top cover release button and slide the top cover to the rear about a 0.5 inch
3. Lift up and remove the cover
5. Replace cables routing them as they were before
1. Connect the SFF-8087 x4 Mini-SAS connector on one end of the SAS cable to the internal port JT6 or JT7)
2. Connect the other end of the SFF-8087 x4 Mini-SAS cable to the connector on the SAS drive or SATA drive
6. After replacement reverse the order of fixing as mentioned in above points

OBTAIN CUSTOMER ACCEPTANCE

WHAT ACTION DOES THE CUSTOMER NEED TO TAKE TO RETURN THE SYSTEM TO AN OPERATIONAL STATE:
Have customer check all disks access

PARTS NOTE:

https://support.oracle.com/handbook_partner/Systems/SPARC_T3_1/components.html

REFERENCE INFORMATION: SPARC T3-1 Service Manual, p/n E21416

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