Removing M-Modules from the Carrier

WARNING To avoid possible hazardous electrical shock, remove power from the VXI Mainframe, all field wiring, and external devices connected to the VXI mainframe.

1.Remove all field wiring connectors from the front-mounted M-Modules of the E2251A. Refer to “Step 8. Connect Field Wiring to Front M-Modules” on page 18 for general guidelines.

2.Remove the Carrier from the VXI Mainframe. Open the extraction levers to release the Carrier from the mainframe. Refer to “Step 7. Install Carrier into C-Size VXI Mainframe” on page 17 for general guidelines.

3.Follow instructions in “Step 1. Remove the Carrier Shields” on page 10 of this manual to remove the top and bottom shields from the Carrier.

4.Refer to the figure below to remove M-Modules from the Carrier.

Remove these four screws

to remove M-Module from Carrier.

Do NOT remove these two screws from M-Module!

If moving M-Module to slot M4 or M5, remove

RFI Dress Panel from M-Module

Caution STATIC ELECTRICITY. Static electricity is a major cause of component failure. To prevent damage to the electrical components in the Carrier and the M-Modules, observe anti-static techniques when installing or removing an M-Module from the Carrier or installing or removing the Carrier from the VXI mainframe.