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Repair and Replacement

This chapter describes periodic maintenance procedures, troubleshooting procedures, and the replacement of major BPX switch components.

The chapter contains the following:

Preventive Maintenance

Troubleshooting the BPX switch

Replacing Parts

Preventive Maintenance

Most monitoring and maintenance of the BPX switch is done via the BPX switch operating system software. Preventive maintenance of the BPX switch hardware is minimal and requires only the following:

1Periodically check the node supply voltage and internal cabinet temperature with the dspasm command. It should not exceed 50 C.

2Periodically check the event log with the dsplog command.

3Periodically check the network alarm status with the dspalms command.

Troubleshooting the BPX Switch

This section describes basic troubleshooting steps to be taken for some of the more obvious node failures (refer to Table 11-1). This is not an exhaustive set of procedures, and does not take into account any of the diagnostic or network tools available to troubleshoot the BPX switch. Refer to the Cisco WAN Switching Command Reference for information on commands and command usage.

Caution Do not perform any disruptive tests or repairs to the BPX switch on your own. Before proceeding with troubleshooting, call Customer Service so they can provide you with assistance in locating the fault and provide repair information.

General Troubleshooting Procedures

The BPX switch runs self tests continuously to ensure proper function. When the node finds an error condition that affects its operation, it downs the card or trunk affected. It then selects a standby card or alternate trunk if one is available.

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