- About This Guide
- About the Firepower Management Centers
- Hardware Specifications
- Installing a Firepower Management Center
- Deploying on a Management Network
- Replacing a RAID Battery Backup Unit Assembly on the Firepower Management Center 3500
- Memory Upgrade Instructions for Firepower Management Centers
Replacing a RAID Battery Backup Unit Assembly on the Firepower Management Center 3500
Use these instructions to replace the RAID battery backup unit (BBU) assembly on Firepower Management Center 3500. You should power down the device before you replace the BBU assembly during a maintenance window. See the following sections for more information:
BBU Overview
The Firepower Management Center 3500 contains a battery backup unit (BBU) that protects the integrity of cached data on the RAID controllers by providing backup power if there is a complete loss of AC power or a brief power interruption. Cisco recommends that you replace this BBU once a year.
A new BBU replacement assembly is available from Cisco. The assembly includes a new BBU model (BBU8) with a five year lifespan and a new plastic battery tray. The BBU is held in place in the plastic battery tray (see in Figure A-1) that securely locks into the base of the Firepower MC3500 chassis. You remove the installed BBU and tray and replace them with the new BBU assembly.
Working in an ESD Environment
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage equipment and impair electrical circuitry. ESD damage occurs when electronic components are improperly handled and can result in complete or intermittent failures. Always follow ESD-prevention procedures when you remove and replace components. Ensure that the chassis is electrically connected to earth ground. Wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap, ensuring that it makes good skin contact. Connect the grounding clip to an unpainted surface of the chassis frame to safely ground unwanted ESD voltages. To guard against ESD damage and shocks, the wrist strap and cord must operate properly. If no wrist strap is available, ground yourself by touching the metal part of the chassis.
For the safety of your equipment, periodically check the resistance value of the anti-static strap. It should be between 1 and 10 megohms (Mohm).
Safety Warnings
This section contains important safety warnings for the installation and use of the appliance.
Warning Before working on a system that has an On/Off switch, turn OFF the power and unplug the power cord. Statement 1
Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Statement 1030
Warning This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available. Statement 1024
Warning Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity. Statement 1001
Warning Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source. Statement 1004
Warning Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. Statement 1040
Preparing to Replace the BBU
Tools You Supply
You must provide a #2 Phillips screwdriver and a razor knife to replace the BBU.
BBU Components
The following illustration shows the BBU assembly components you should be familiar with when replacing the BBU.
Figure A-1 BBU Assembly Components
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Firepower Management Center 3500 Components
This section helps you identify the components of your Firepower MC3500 system. If you are near the system, you can also use the Quick Reference Label provided on the inside of the chassis cover to assist in identifying components.
Figure A-2 MC3500 Chassis Components
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BBU Replacement Instructions
The following sections explain how to replace the RAID BBU in your Firepower MC3500. Follow the instructions in the order presented:
- Removing the Cover
- Removing the Power Supply Air Duct
- Removing the Old BBU Assembly
- Installing the New BBU Assembly
- Replacing the Power Supply Air Duct
- Replacing the Cover
- Disposing the Old BBU
Removing the Cover
The Firepower MC3500 must be operated with the chassis cover in place to ensure proper cooling. You will need to remove the top cover to add or replace components inside of the device.
Note A nonskid surface or a stop behind the MC3500 may be needed to prevent the device from sliding on your work surface.
To remove the Firepower MC3500 cover:
Step 1 Remove the security screw if it is installed (see “1” in Figure A-3).
Step 2 Cut the warranty label on the unit if it is intact.
Step 3 While holding in the blue button on the top of the FireSIGHT 3500 in (see “3” in Figure A-3), slide the top cover back until it stops (see “4” in Figure A-3).
Step 4 Insert your finger in the notch (see “2” in Figure A-3) and lift the cover upward to remove it.
Figure A-3 Removing the MC3500 Cover
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Removing the Power Supply Air Duct
The RAID BBU is located under the power supply air duct (see Figure A-2). To remove the air duct, follow these steps:
Step 1 Locate the power supply air duct (see “1” in Figure A-4).
Step 2 Unscrew the thumbscrew (see “2” in Figure A-4) using your fingers or a Phillips head screwdriver. Be careful to retain the thumbscrew.
Step 3 Carefully lift the air duct upward and set aside.
Figure A-4 Removing the Power Supply Air Duct
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Removing the Old BBU Assembly
The RAID BBU is held in place in a plastic battery tray (see in Figure A-1) that securely locks into the base of the chassis via two tabs on the underside of the battery holder. These tabs securely slide into two notches located on the bottom of the chassis. Cisco recommends that you remove the BBU assembly as described in the following procedure.
Note The plastic tray that comes with your replacement BBU assembly is different from the one currently installed. You can discard the old plastic tray after you install your replacement BBU assembly.
Step 1 Carefully remove the cable from the rear of the BBU unit by gently pulling the connector (not the cable) uniformly out of the BBU connector. Note the cable polarity as you remove the connector. This is important when reattaching the cable.
Step 2 Locate the side tab of the BBU assembly tray (see “2” in Figure A-5). This tab secures the BBU assembly by locking the battery tray into place.
Step 3 Push the side tab inward towards the battery, apply downward pressure on the BBU assembly, and slide the assembly towards the front of the chassis, away from the power supply.
Step 4 Remove the BBU assembly from the chassis.
Installing the New BBU Assembly
Once the old BBU assembly is removed from the chassis, you can install the replacement BBU assembly which comes pre-assembled for ease of installation. Cisco recommends that you install the replacement BBU assembly as described in the following procedure.
To install the replacement BBU assembly:
Step 1 Locate the tabs that secure the BBU assembly to the chassis. They are located on the inside floor of the chassis, on the left side, near the front of the chassis by the power supply (see Figure A-6).
Step 2 Align the clips on the bottom of the plastic battery tray (see “1” in Figure A-5) with the tabs on the chassis.
Step 3 Slide the BBU assembly unit toward the power supply until the tabs engage with the notches in the chassis.
Make sure the side clip (see “2” in
Figure A-5) has fully engaged with the chassis to lock the tray into place. Failure to properly secure the battery tray may allow the BBU assembly to move freely inside the chassis. This could cause a malfunction, such as loosening of the BBU cable, which would jeopardize the battery protection.
Step 4 Carefully connect the cable to the new BBU. Make sure you observe cable polarity and uniformly insert the connector into the BBU connector.
Figure A-5 Underside of BBU Battery Tray
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Figure A-6 Installing the Replacement BBU Assembly
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Replacing the Power Supply Air Duct
Replace the power supply air duct once the replacement BBU assembly is in place and connected (see Figure A-7).
Step 1 Locate the power supply air duct and the thumbscrew that you removed previously.
Step 2 Align the power supply air duct over the BBU assembly, the power distribution board, and the matching thumbscrew hole. Note that the thumbscrew attaches to a chassis standoff underneath the power distribution board (see “4” in Figure A-7).
Make sure that no cables are pinched by any part of the power supply air duct before securing the duct.
Step 3 Tighten the thumbscrew using your fingers or a Phillips head screwdriver.
Figure A-7 Replacing the Power Supply Air Duct
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Replacing the Cover
To replace the Firepower MC3500 cover:
Step 1 Place the cover over the device as shown in Figure A-8 so that the side edges of the cover sit just inside the chassis sidewalls.
Step 2 Slide the cover forward to engage the recessed edge of the cover with the front of the chassis (see “2” in Figure A-8). Make sure the cover latch clicks into place.
Step 3 Insert the security screw at the center of the top cover (see “3” in Figure A-8).
Figure A-8 Replacing the MC3500 Cover
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Disposing the Old BBU
Warning Do not damage the battery pack in any way. Toxic chemicals can be released if it is damaged.
The material in the battery pack contains heavy metals that can contaminate the environment. Federal, state, and local regulations prohibit the disposal of rechargeable batteries in public landfills. Be sure to recycle old battery packs properly. Cisco would like to remind you that you must comply with all applicable battery disposal and hazardous material handling laws and regulations in the country or other jurisdiction where you are using the BBU.
Monitoring the BBU
After you install a new BBU, use the Intel ® RAID BIOS Console Battery Module configuration utility to reset the battery recharge cycle counter to zero. The utility is independent of the operating system and can be accessed at device start up by pressing <Ctrl><G>.
Step 1 At boot, press <Ctrl><G> when prompted.
Step 2 From the main menu of the Intel ® RAID BIOS Console, choose Adapter Properties.
Step 3 Click Next to view the second Adapter Properties screen.
Step 4 In the Battery Backup field at the top left of the Adapter Properties screen, click Present.
Step 5 The Battery Module screen appears. This screen contains the following information:
Step 6 Verify that BBU8 is installed in the Battery Type field.
Step 7 Set the Bbu Mode option to 1.
This sets the BBU charging mode to provide 12 hours of data retention in a power loss while providing 5 years of BBU life, assuming the BBU is kept below 45 degrees Celsius.
Step 8 Click Go to save the settings.
Step 9 Click Home to return to the main RAID BIOS screen, then exit.
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