Nortel Networks 207344-B manual Installing a Switch Module, Safety

Using the Centillion EtherSpeedII Switch Modules

Safety

Always follow static electricity and other safety guidelines when handling EtherSpeedII switch modules.

Caution: Centillion equipment uses electronic components that are sensitive to static electricity. Static discharge from your clothing or other fixtures around you can cause damage. Take all possible precautions to prevent static discharge damage when working with printed circuit boards.

Place each module on a grounded antistatic mat until you are ready to install the module. If you do not have an antistatic mat, wear a wrist strap or discharge leash to free yourself of static before touching any of the modules, or free yourself of static by touching the metal chassis before handling the module.

Installing a Switch Module

You can insert or remove a 10/100BASE-T switch module or a 100BASE-FX switch module from a chassis while the power is on without interrupting service in the other modules. This ability is referred to as “hot-swapping.”

Note: EtherSpeedII switch modules can be hot-swapped in and out of a chassis at any time. However, before removing an active module from the Centillion 50/100 chassis, either unplug all port cables or disable all ports on the module. This step deactivates the module. For additional information, see “Removing a Module” on page 3-8.

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