3Com 5102B-EE installation and operation guide Unpacking Procedures

❑Do not remove the board from its anti-static shielding bag until you are ready to inspect it.

❑Handle the board by the faceplate only.

Use proper grounding techniques when you install the Bridge Module. These techniques include using a foot strap and grounded mat or wearing a grounded static-discharge wrist strap. An alternate method is to touch a grounded rack or other source of ground just before handling the module.

Unpacking Procedures

Use the following procedure when unpacking your Bridge Module.

1.Verify that the Bridge Module is the correct model by matching the model number listed on the side of the shipping carton to the model number you ordered (5102B-EE).

Note that the product model number printed on the shipping box differs from the model number on the product. The model number on the shipping box contains the prefix ‘3C9’.

2.Remove the module in its anti-static shielding bag from the shipping carton.

3.Remove the module from the anti-static shielding bag and inspect it for damage. Always handle the Bridge Module by the faceplate, being careful not to touch the components.

If the module appears to be damaged, replace it in the anti-static shielding bag, return it to the shipping carton and contact your local supplier.

3Com suggests you keep the shipping carton and anti-static shielding bag in which your module was shipped in case you later want to repackage the module for storage or shipment. Record the serial number of your Bridge Module and other information specific to your modules in the Slot Usage Chart in Appendix B of the ONline System Concentrator Installation and Operation Guide.

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