Replace a VIM or SSD in a VSP 4900 Series Switch

This section describes how to replace versatile interface modules (VIM5) in the front and solid-state drive (SSD) modules in the rear slot of a VSP 4900 switch.

You need the following tools and materials to install a VIM:

  • ESD-preventive wrist strap
  • #2 Phillips screwdriver
    Caution

    Caution

    VIMs and SSDs are not hot-swappable. Disconnect power to the switch before removing an installed VIM or SSD and installing a new one.

The replacement procedure is the same for all VSP 4900 VIM5s and SSDs.

To replace a VIM or SSD:

  1. Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap to your wrist and connect the metal end to an appropriate ground point on the rack.
  2. Disconnect the switch power.
  3. Remove the existing VIM or SSD:
    1. Remove the retaining screws holding the existing module in place.
    2. Save the retaining screws to secure the new module in the switch.
    3. Pull the old module out of the module slot.
  4. Remove the new VIM or SSD from its anti-static packaging.
  5. Install the VIM or SSD in the switch:
    1. Carefully slide the module into the switch.
    2. Insert and tighten the retaining screws you removed in step 3.
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      Tighten Screws on the Inserted VIM5 Module
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      Tighten Screws on the Inserted SSD Module
      1 = retaining screw locations