Cisco Systems C7200 manual Removing and Installing the VSA, Handling the VSA, C H A P T E R

C H A P T E R 3

Removing and Installing the VSA

This chapter describes how to remove the C7200 VSA (VPN Services Adapter) from the supported platforms and how to install a new or replacement VSA.

Before you begin installation, read Chapter 2, “Preparing for Installation” for a list of parts and tools required for installation.

This chapter contains the following sections:

•Handling the VSA, page 3-1

•Online Insertion and Removal (OIR), page 3-2

•Warnings and Cautions, page 3-2

•VSA Removal and Installation, page 3-2

Note A system without an I/O controller or VSA, should have an empty slot to maintain the air flow.

The VSA circuit board is sensitive to ESD damage.

Handling the VSA

The VSA is a double-width circuit board mounted on a metal carrier. (see Figure 3-1).

Caution Always handle the VSA by the carrier edges and handle; never touch the VSA components or connector pins. (See Figure 3-1.)

Figure 3-1 Handling the VSA

Printed circuit board

	Metal carrier
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	C7200 VSA (VPN Services Adapter) Installation and Configuration Guide
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