Incompatible Drive Due to Newer Configuration Database

What Caused the Problem?

A drive is incompatible for use in this storage subsystem because it contains a newer configuration database than what is supported by the storage subsystem. The Recovery Guru Details area provides specific information you will need as you follow the recovery steps.

Caution: Electronic discharge can damage sensitive components. Always use proper antistatic protection when handling components. Touching components without using a proper ground may damage the equipment.

Important Notes

Recovery Steps

1
If... Then...
You want to initialize this drive so that it can be used in this storage subsystem Note: This option will erase all the data on the drive.

Go to step 2.

You want to keep or backup the data on this drive

OR

You want to replace this drive with a new drive

a Remove the drive.

Note: If you need to keep the data on the drive, you must reinsert the drive into the original storage subsystem.

b If you are replacing the drive with a new drive, wait 30 seconds, then insert a new drive.

Its fault indicator light may be lit for a short time (one minute or less).

c Go to step 4.
2 Highlight the drive in the physical view of the Subsystem Management Window (AMW), and then select the Advanced >> Recovery >> Initialize >> Drive menu option.
3 Carefully read and follow all instructions in the Confirm Initialization dialog.  When the initialization operations completes, go to step 4.
4 Click Recheck to rerun the Recovery Guru. The failure should no longer appear in the Summary area. If the failure appears again, contact your technical support representative.