Consider the following server replacement requirements:
- Much of the process required for a server replacement is the same as what is covered in installation and configuration training.
- Determine which replacement scenario is being encountered. The replacement process is different for each scenario.
Note: The VSP One File replacement servers do not have the option to install an embedded system management unit (SMU), so any communication to the replacement server must be either through a serial/KVM connection or through File Management Software.
You can connect to the server directly via KVM (using a keyboard, video, and mouse) or a serial connection using a serial cable and a USB to Serial dongle. Bring these with you in case they are needed when the unit arrives. If you connect to the serial port, use the following Serial client settings:
- 115,200 b/s
- 8 data bits
- 1 stop bit
- No parity
- No flow control