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CiscoXR 12000 Series Router Ethernet Line Card Installation
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Removing and Installing EPAs
Figure7 Removing an EPA
If the EPA bay is to remain empty, install an EPA blank (Product Number MAS-EPA-BLANK=) to keep
dust out of the line card and to maintain proper airflow and EMI through the line card and chassis.
Inserting an EPA into a Modular Gigabit Ethernet Line Card
To insert an EPA into the Modular Gigabit Ethernet line card, follow these steps:
Warning
You must use an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap to do this procedure. Attach an ESD-preventive
wrist or ankle strap and follow its directions for use, before you do this procedure.
Step1 First, read the yellow caution label on the EPA. Figure8 shows a sample of this caution label.
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