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Removing and Installing CompactFlash Memory Cards in Cisco 2800 Series Routers
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Installing a CompactFlash Memory Card
Caution Do not remove a CompactFlash memory card from the chassis while it is being accessed. The CF LED
blinks to indicate when flash memory is being accessed. Removing the CompactFlash memory card from
the router while flash memory is being accessed can cause damage to your router.
Step1 Press the ejector button next to the CompactFlash memory card. The ejector button moves outward so
that it projects from the panel.
Step2 Press the ejector button again. This ejects the CompactFlash memory card part-way out of its slot.
Step3 Pull the CompactFlash memory card out of its slot.
Step4 Push the ejector button in until the button is flush with the bezel.
Caution To prevent damage to the ejector mechanism, the ejector button must remain pressed all the way in (flush
against the bezel) when not being used to eject a CompactFlash memory card.
Figure1 CompactFlash Memory Card Slot in Cisco 2800 Series Routers
Installing a CompactFlash Memory Card
To install a CompactFlash memory card, perform the following steps (see Figure1):
Step1 Make sure that the ejector button is fully seated so that it does not project out from the panel.
Note If the ejector button is projecting out from the panel, push it in until it is flush with the bezel.
Step2 Insert the CompactFlash memory card into the slot until it is fully seated. The ejector button remains
flush with the panel.
Note If the ejector button is projecting from the panel after you insert the CompactFlash memory card,
remove the CompactFlash memory card, press the ejector button until it clicks, and reinsert the
CompactFlash memory card.
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Do Not Remove During Network Operation
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