Install a feature using the Hardware Management Console

To use the Hardware Management Console user interface to install a feature in a system or expansion unit that is managed by a Hardware Management Console (HMC), follow these steps:

  1. In the navigation area, expand Management Environment.
  2. Expand the managed system into which you are installing a feature.
  3. Expand Service Applications.
  4. Select Service Focal Point.
  5. In the contents area, select Install/Add/Remove Hardware.
  6. In the Install/Add/Remove Hardware window, highlight system or unit into which you are installing a feature.
  7. Click Selected.
  8. From the Selected menu, select Add FRU.
  9. In the Enclosure type field, select the system or expansion unit into which you are installing a feature.
  10. In the FRU types for selected enclosure, select the feature you are installing.
  11. Click Next.
  12. Follow the instructions to install the feature.
    Note: The HMC might open the information center instructions for installing the feature. If so, follow these instructions to install the feature.
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Before you begin
Start or stop the system or logical partition
Remove a part using the Hardware Management Console
Replace a part using the Hardware Management Console
Place the rack-mounted system or expansion unit in the service position or operating position
Place the rack-mounted model 7047-185 or 7037-A50 in the service position or operating position
Front cover
Remove and replace model 7047-185 or 7037-A50 covers and doors
Model 285, 52x, 55x, or OpenPower 720 door
Model 285, 51x, 52x, 55x, 710, or OpenPower 720 service access cover
Gain access to the model 51x and OpenPower 710 control panels
Verify the installed part
Identify a failing part
SMP processor cable connections
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