Replacing the network interface card
The network interface card (NIC) provides client connections to a cluster. Replacing a failed network card allows for
peak cluster performance.
There are multiple types of network interface cards. The instructions for replacing network interface cards is the same
for each type.
Note: If you are replacing a 10 GigE card that includes an SFP transceiver module, you must retain the SFP
module for use with the replacement card. Replacement cards do not ship with SFP modules.
1. Remove the failed NIC from the node.
For more information, see
Remove a network interface card
on page 30.
2. Install a new NIC in the node.
For more information, see
Install the network interface card
on page 31.
3. Return the failed NIC to Isilon, unless otherwise directed by Isilon Technical Support.
For more information, see
on page 6.
Remove a network interface card
You can remove a network interface card (NIC) from a node to replace a failed card, or to transfer the card out of a
failed node.
1. On the rear panel of the node, remove the two mounting screws securing the NIC.
1
1 Mounting screws
Figure 20. Network interface card mounting screw location
2. Remove the small riser card that connects the NIC to the motherboard, then remove the NIC from the small riser
card.
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