1. To help you work safely with Storwize V7000 Unified file modules, read the
safety information in “Safety” on page xi, “Safety statements” on page xiii, and
“Installation guidelines” on page 54.
2. Turn off the file module and peripheral devices, then label and disconnect both
power cords and all external cables.
3. Press down on the left and right side latches and pull the server out of the rack
enclosure until both slide rails lock.
4. Remove the cover, as described in “Removing the cover” on page 83.
5. Locate the virtual media key on the system board. Grasp it and carefully pull it
off the virtual media connector pins.
Installing the IBM virtual media key
The following procedure is for a Tier 1 customer replaceable unit (CRU).
Replacement of Tier 1 CRUs is your responsibility. If IBM installs a Tier 1 CRU at
your request, you will be charged for the installation. Service agreements can be
purchased so that you can ask IBM to replace these units.
Note: Before running a procedure, refer to “Removing a file module to perform a
maintenance action” on page 51.
To install a virtual media key, complete the following procedure.
1. To help you work safely with Storwize V7000 Unified file modules, read the
safety information in “Safety” on page xi, “Safety statements” on page xiii, and
“Installation guidelines” on page 54.
2. Align the virtual media key with the virtual media pins on the system board as
shown in the illustration.
3. Insert the virtual media key onto the pins until it clicks into place.
4. Install the cover, as described in “Installing the cover” on page 84.
5. Slide the file module into the rack.
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