Removing the operator-information panel cable: 2145-CG8 or 2145-CF8

Use these instructions when you are prompted to remove the operator-information panel cable from a SAN Volume Controller 2145-CG8 or 2145-CF8 node.

Before you begin

DANGER
Multiple power cords. The product might be equipped with multiple power cords. To remove all hazardous voltages, disconnect all power cords. (L003)
Multiple plugs: first set
 or
Multiple plugs: second set
 or
Multiple plugs: third set

Take precautions to avoid damage from static electricity. Wear an anti-static wrist strap and use a static-protected mat or surface.

About this task

This service action assumes that:
  • The node is turned off. If you must turn off the node, ensure that hosts will not lose access to data in volumes, as described in MAP 5350: Powering off a node.
  • The power cables are disconnected.
  • The top cover is removed.
Perform the following steps to remove the operator-information panel cable:

Procedure

  1. Read the safety information to which Preparing to remove and replace parts refers.
  2. Disconnect the cable from the rear of the operator-information panel.
  3. Disconnect the cable from the connector above the Video/USB cable connector on the right side of the node, as shown in Figure 1.

    The following illustration shows the cable routing for the operator-information panel cable.

    Figure 1. Disconnecting the SAN Volume Controller 2145-CG8 or 2145-CF8 operator-information panel cable
    Disconnecting the SAN Volume Controller 2145-CG8 or 2145-CF8 operator-information panel cable
    •  1  Operator-information panel connector
    •  2  Operator-information panel cable
  4. Lift the cable from the node.
  5. Replace the cable before proceeding.
Parent topic: Removing the operator-information panel cables