Replacing an MPU and a switching fabric module

Prerequisites

•If the router is installed with only one MPU, make sure all power sources to the router are turned off before replacing the MPU.

•If the router is installed with two MPUs, make sure both MPUs operate correctly before replacement.

{To replace the active MPU, HP recommends that you execute the slave switchover command in the system view of the active MPU to trigger an active and standby switchover. For more information about the slave switchover command, see HP HSR6800 Routers High Availability Command Reference.

{To replace the standby MPU, you can remove it immediately.

Replacing an RSE-X2 MPU

1.Face the front of the router and locate the MPU to be removed.

2.Use a Phillips screwdriver to completely loosen the captive screws of the MPU.

3.Holding the ejector levers of the MPU with both hands, pull the ejector levers outward, and gently pull the MPU out of the slot along the slide rails.

Figure 61 Pulling the RSE-X2 MPU out of the slot

4.Install a new MPU. For the installation procedure, see "Installing an RSE-X2 MPU." If you do not install a new MPU in the slot, install a filler panel.

Replacing an SFE-X1

1.Face the front of the router and locate the SFE-X1 to be removed.

2.Use a Phillips screwdriver to completely loosen the captive screws on the SFE-X1.

3.Holding the ejector levers of the SFE-X1 with both hands, pull the ejector levers outward, and gently pull the SFE-X1 out of the slot along the slide rails.

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