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Chapter 13 PCI Slot Device Replacement 13-3
TABLE 13-1 shows abbreviated name and numbers of PCI slots in an IOU.
For the following devices, replacement procedures have the same steps except that
LEDs to be checked, eject levers, and names used for status display are different.
■ PCI cassette (PCICS)
■ PCI card
■ IOU onboard device card (IOUA)
■ Link card
Note – The steps of the replacement procedures for I/O boxes and link cards
mounted in external I/O expansion units, PCI cards, I/O boards, and power supply
units are basically the same as those described in this manual. For details, see the
External I/O Expansion Unit Installation and Service Manual.
The following explains the replacement procedure for a PCI card, which is a typical
example.
13.2 Active Replacement
The PHP function enables active replacement of PCI cassettes (PCICSs) and link
card. Active replacement cannot be performed for IOU onboard device cards
(IOUAs).
The active replacement procedure is as follows.
1. Unlock and open the appropriate door on the server.
For details, see Chapter 5.
Caution – Before touching FRU or the dummy (filler) unit, see Section 1.4,
“Antistatic Precautions” on page 1-6 and be sure to wear the antistatic wrist strap.
Failure to do so might result in serious damage to operating domains.
TABLE 13-1 Abbreviated Name and Numbers of PCI Slots
Slot name Abbreviated name and numbers
PCI slot PCI#0 to 7