Intel IXM5414E manual Installation guidelines, System reliability considerations

I/O module
bay	Switch-module function
2	Connection 2	(Ethernet Link 2) for all blade servers in the SBCE
3	Connection 3	(from all blade server interface options in the SBCE)
4	Connection 4	(from all blade server interface options in the SBCE)

For additional information, see the Intel® Blade Server Chassis SBCE : Installation and User’s Guide on the Resource CD.

Installation guidelines

Before you begin installing the IXM5414E switch module in your SBCE, read the following information:

•Become familiar with the safety and handling guidelines specified under Appendix H “Notices” on page 277 and “Handling static-sensitive devices”, and read the safety statements in the SBCE option publications.

•The green color on components and labels in your SBCE identifies hot-swap or hot-plug components. You can install or remove hot-swap modules while the SBCE is running. For complete details about installing or removing a hot-swap or hot-plug component, see the detailed information in this chapter.

•The blue color on components and labels identifies touch points where you can grip a component, move a latch, and so on.

•You do not need to turn off the SBCE to install or replace any of the hot-swap modules on the rear of the SBCE.

System reliability considerations

Attention: To help ensure proper cooling and system reliability, make sure that:

•Each of the I/O module bays on the rear of the SBCE has either a module or filler module installed.

•A removed hot-swap module is replaced with an identical module or filler module within 1 minute of removal.

•Cables for the optional modules are routed according to the illustrations and instructions in this document.

Handling static-sensitive devices

Attention: Static electricity can damage electronic devices and your system. To avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective packages until you are ready to install them.

To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge, observe the following precautions:

•Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around you.

•Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame.

•Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed printed circuitry.

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