This demonstration covers replacing a DPE mSATA SSD internal disk in a VNXe. For procedure details, please reference the most current documentation. Once the faulty component is verified, and the storage processor is placed into Service Mode, let’s go ahead and remove the SP assembly. We’ll start by labeling all the network cables, and removing the network and all other cables from the back of the SP assembly.
For demonstration purposes, I’m using an unracked system. Squeeze the orange levers on the latches, on the sides of the SP assembly, to release the latches, and then pull the latches outward. Pull out the latches until they are fully extended, and the SP assembly is released from the enclosure.
Use the latches to slide the SP assembly about halfway out of the enclosure. Use both hands to support the SP assembly, and pull it fully out of the enclosure. Place the SP assembly on a clean, flat, static-free work surface. Next we’ll move the mSATA SSD. Start by turning the SP assembly over.
Push the latch in on the plastic cover, and rotate the door upward to expose the mSATA SSD. To remove the mSATA SSD there are two small metal tabs adjacent to both mSATA SSD locator pin. Push each of these at the same time to release the mSATA SSD. Gently pull the SSD from the connector.
Remove the SSD from the SP assembly. Place it on a static-free surface. Now we need to install the new mSATA SSD into the SP. Holding the mSATA SSD at about a 45 degree angle, align the SSD with the connector. Gently push the SSD completely into the connector. Push down on the other end of the SSD until it catches under the two wire clips. Push down on the black plastic cover until it clicks into place.
Turn the SP assembly back over, and we’ll go ahead and install the SP assembly. Pull out the latches on each side of the SP assembly, and make sure they stay in the open position. Align the SP assembly with the enclosure opening, and push it straight into the enclosure.
Close the right and left latches to fully seat the SP assembly in the enclosure. Ensure that the SP assembly starts powering up after installation. If not, reseat the SP assembly. Reconnect all the cables to the back of the SP assembly, being sure to connect all cables to the same ports from which you removed them.
This concludes the demonstration. Following this, you need to reboot the SP to bring it out of Service Mode, and verify that the replacement part is functioning properly.
