Replace an Interface Module

The interface module is hot-swappable.

  • The following items are needed:

    • Antistatic wrist strap

  • Remove all cables and optics from the network interface ports.

To prevent damage, use the following best practices when installing or handling interface modules:

  • Keep the modules on antistatic material when not in the chassis.

  • Avoid touching the components or connector pins.

  • Do not stack modules on top of each other outside of the chassis.

  • Always keep a module or a filler panel installed to maintain safety compliance, proper cooling, and EMI containment.

Warning

Warning

Risk of eye injury by laser

Fiber optic equipment can emit laser or infrared light that can injure your eyes. Never look into an optical fiber or connector port. Always assume that fiber optic cables are connected to a light source.

Note

Note

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic circuits. Do not touch electronic hardware unless you wear a grounding wrist strap or other static-dissipating device.

  1. Slide the red handle release of the I/O slot to the right, as you are facing the chassis, to unlock the handle for the slot.
  2. Pull the handle slightly down to fully unlock the interface module and slide it out of the slot in the chassis.
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    Removing an interface module from the chassis
    Removing an interface module from the chassis
  3. Replace the interface module with another interface module or a filler panel.
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