Prepare the Server for Hot Service

A hot-service component can be serviced while the server is operating at full-power mode. For more information about component serviceability, see Component Serviceability.

This procedure describes how to prepare the server to remove, replace, or install the following hot-service components:

• Storage drives

• Fan modules

• Power supplies

Before You Begin

• Important: Review the server Product Notes document before performing removal and installation procedures.

• For troubleshooting information, see Troubleshooting and Diagnostics.

1. Log in to the service processor Oracle ILOM web interface.

   To log in, open a web browser and direct it using the IP address of the server SP. Log in as root or a user with administrator privileges. For more information, see Oracle X4 Series Servers Administration Guide .

   The Summary screen appears.

2. In the Actions section of the Summary screen, click the Locator Indicator Turn On button.

   This action activates the Locator indicator on the server front panel. For more Locator indicator management options, see Managing the Locator Indicator.

3. Once at the service location, press the Locator indicator button to deactivate the indicator. For more information, see Manage the Locator Indicator Locally.
4. Set up an ESD-safe space at the service location.

   Set up a space where you can set components. The space needs to be ESD safe. See Performing Electrostatic Discharge and Static Prevention Measures.

Next Steps

• Servicing Storage Drives (CRU)

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• Servicing Fan Modules (CRU)

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• Servicing Power Supplies (CRU)