- Topic ID: id_15460682
- Version: 3.0
- Date: Jun 15, 2020 11:01:05 PM
DIG SAS Controller Replacement
Prerequisites
Overview
This procedure describes and illustrates the steps necessary to replace the Data Acquisition & Image Generation (DIG) Computer SAS Controller Card.
Figure 1. DIG SAS Controller Card

1 Power-Off (Shut Down) the Console
Procedure
- Select one of the following methods to power off the Operator
Console:
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If applications are running, click the Shut Down icon and select Shut Down.
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If applications are down, open a Unix Shell using the Toolchest. Type: {ctuser@hostname} halt. Press Enter.
The Operator Console monitor will display a ‘System Halted’ message when it is acceptable to power off the Operator Console.
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- Power OFF the Operator Console at the front panel switch. (See Figure 2.)
Figure 2. Console Power Switch

- Perform prescribed Lockout/Tagout procedure. For added protection, disconnect the Twist-N-Lock Main Power Cable from rear of console.
2 Remove DIG Computer
Procedure
- Remove the front and rear Operator Console Covers per prescribed cover removal procedure.
- Remove the cable connections at the rear of the DIG Computer
chassis. note:
Verify that all cables are labeled and clearly marked. iF necessary, add a label for clarity.
- Remove the power cord at the rear of the DIG Computer chassis.
- Remove the four (4) 5mm socket cap screws and washers from the
front of the DIG Computer chassis, holding the chassis to the Operator
Console rack.
Figure 3. DIG Computer Mounting

- Slide the DIG Computer chassis forward (out the front of console) and set aside. For lifting details, refer to the Equipment Service - Console procedure located in the Safety folder of this service methods publication.
3 Remove SAS Controller Card from DIG Computer
Procedure
- At the rear of the DIG Computer Chassis, release the Chassis
Cover Lock using a Phillips screwdriver. Back out lock screw at least
two (2) full turns.
Figure 4. DIG Computer Chassis Cover Lock

- Slide the Chassis Cover towards the front of the chassis and
remove.note:
You may need to tap on back upper edge of cover to release cover before sliding forward.
Figure 5. DIG Computer Cover Removal

- Remove the Expansion Card Hold-down Clamp from DIG Computer
Chassis.
Figure 6. DIG Computer Expansion Card Hold-down Clamp Removal

- Remove the Phillips Screw holding the SAS Controller Card in
the DIG Computer chassis and carefully remove the card from the Systemboard.
Figure 7. DIG Computer SAS Controller Card Location

4 Install Replacement SAS Controller Card in DIG Computer
Procedure
- Carefully install the replacement SAS Controller Card in the
same location (slot) in the DIG Computer. Make sure all cables are
clear of the SAS Controller Card and the card seats firmly in the
Systemboard.
Figure 8. DIG Computer SAS Controller Card Slot Location

- Reinstall the Phillips Screws to secure the SAS Controller Card to the chassis.
- Reinstall the Expansion Card Hold-down Clamp in the DIG Computer
Chassis.
Figure 9. DIG Computer Expansion Card Hold-down Clamp Placement
note:The Expansion Card Hold-down Clamp must be installed as illustrated above. The Clamp should be centered over the Cooling Fan with slotted end over expansion cards.
- Reinstall the DIG Computer Chassis Cover and lock the cover in place.
5 Re-install DIG Computer
Procedure
- Slide the replacement DIG Computer into the Operator Console from the front.
- Replace the four (4) 5mm socket cap screws and washers to secure the DIG Computer chassis to the Operator Console rack. Torque to 4.6 N-m.
- Mount the power cord to the rear of the DIG Computer chassis and verify that its power supply switch is turned to the ON position.
- Replace the rear cable connection(s).
Figure 10. HDIG Cable Connections and Destination

Figure 11. VDIG Cable Connections and Destination

For cabling details, refer to the appropriate interconnect located in the System Diagrams folder of this service methods publication.
6 Power-On the Operator Console
Procedure
- Reconnect the Twist-N-Lock Main Power Cable from rear of console and remove Lockout Tagout protection applied earlier.
- Power ON the Operator Console at the console front panel switch.
- Visually verify the DIG Computer front panel Power LED is illuminated.
If not, press the DIG front panel power switch to apply power to the
DIG Computer.
Figure 12. DIG Front Panel Indicators and Switches

7 Verify Replacement DIG Computer SAS Controller Card Operation
Procedure
- Verify that the DIG Computer has powered up and is not displaying
or sounding any POST Errors.note:
See DIG Troubleshooting if any errors appear.
- No other verifications steps required.
8 Finalization
Procedure
- See System Scanning Test to confirm proper operation.
- Reinstall Console Front and Rear Covers.