Brocade Communications Systems S3-1002483-03 manual Installing BigIron RX-4 modules

2 Installing a BigIron RX-4 switch

NOTE

To provide better grounding of the chassis to the rack, attach the chassis to the rack using star washers. Additionally, if any single hole grounding lugs are used star washers shall be used as a means to prevent rotation of the lug.

6.Add additional screws as required.

7.Repeat step 2 through step 6 to mount each subsequent chassis in the same rack.

Removing the slot blanks

The BigIron RX-4 chassis ships with slot blanks installed in all module slots. The slot blank covers a slot that does not currently have a module installed in it, ensuring proper airflow within the chassis. If you plan to install a module in a particular slot, you must remove the slot blank.

CAUTION

If you do not install a module in a slot, you must keep the slot blank in place. If you run the chassis with an uncovered slot, the system may overheat. Tighten the screws that secure the slot blanks so that they remain in place when removing adjacent panels or modules.

Although the slot blanks are different in size, the procedure for removing them from the BigIron RX-4 chassis is the same. Therefore, this section provides one procedure that applies to all slot blanks.

You will need a flat-head screwdriver to perform this task. Follow the steps given below to remove a slot blank.

1.Loosen the screws on either end of the slot blank by hand or with a flat-head screwdriver.

2.Pull the slot blank out of the chassis, and store it in a safe place for future use.

Installing BigIron RX-4 modules

This section provides one procedure that applies to all modules. The sequence for installing more than one module is important to ensure proper fit. The recommended sequence for the BigIron RX-4 chassis is to start with the lowest row, moving upwards, from right-to-left.

NOTE

The BigIron RX Series modules are dedicated, which means that you must install them in the BigIron RX Series chassis only. For example, if you attempt to install the BigIron RX Series management module in another Brocade chassis or a management module intended for another Brocade chassis in the BigIron RX Series chassis, the chassis and module will not function properly.

Table 10 provides the chassis slot numbers into which you must install the modules. Markings for the chassis slots appear at the base of the slots.

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