Cisco Systems 5000 Series Removing and Installing Expansion Modules

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Cisco Nexus 5000 Series Hardware Installation Guide
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Chapter 2 Installing the Cisco Nexus 5000 Switch
Removing and Installing Components
Removing and Installing Expansion Modules
Caution To prevent ESD damage, wear grounding wrist straps during these procedures and handle expansion
modules by the carrier edges only.
Note Install the Cisco Nexus 5000 switch in the rack before installing expansion modules. For information
about installing the chassis, see the “Installing the Cisco Nexus 5020 Chassis in a Cabinet or Rack”
section on page 2-5 or “Installing the Cisco Nexus 5010 Chassis in a Cabinet or Rack” section on
page 2-8
This section includes the following topics:
• Installing an Expansion Module, page 2-19
• Removing an Expansion Module, page 2-20
Installing an Expansion Module
To install an expansion module, follow these steps:
Step 1 Grasp the handle of the module and place your other hand under the module to support it.
Step 2 Gently slide the module into the opening until you cannot push it any further.
Step 3 Tighten the captive screw on the front of the module.
Figure 2-9 shows the positioning of an expansion module in the 5020 chassis.