Installing the Module into the MATRIX E7 Chassis
3.3INSTALLING THE MODULE INTO THE MATRIX E7 CHASSIS
CAUTION: Failure to observe static safety precautions could cause damage to the
Do not cut the
The
NOTE: The 6H3xx (third generation modules) can provide backplane connectivity for the 6x1xx and 6x2xx series (first and second generation modules) in the MATRIX E7 chassis, from slots 1 through 5 to slots 6 and 7.
First and second generation boards installed in slots one through five in the MATRIX E7 chassis cannot communicate with slots six and seven unless a third generation board (6x3xx) is installed in one of the first five slots, providing backplane connectivity.
To install a module, refer to Figure
1.Remove the blank panel covering the slot in which the module will be installed. All other slots must remain covered to ensure proper airflow and cooling. (Save the blank plate in the event you need to remove the module.)
2.Carefully remove the module from the shipping box. (Save the box and packing materials in the event the module must be reshipped.)
3.Locate the antistatic wrist strap shipped with the
4.Remove the module from the plastic bag. (Save the bag in the event the module must be reshipped.) Observe all precautions to prevent damage from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD).
NOTE: Distributed Chassis Management functionality of the SmartSwitch 6000 chassis is not supported for any generation of interface modules installed in a MATRIX E7 chassis. Refer to the module release notes for specific information on supported functionality.
Installation