Nortel Networks BCM1000 manual Removing PECs

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Removing PECs

The following steps describe the process for removing PECs from a BCM1000 MSC.

1Ensure you have a current data backup of your system.

2Shut down the system using the Shutdown command. For details refer to “Shutting down the system software” on page 168. Otherwise, skip to step 2.

3Set up the BCM1000 for maintenance, as described in “Shutting down the system hardware” on page 169.

4Attach one end of the grounding strap to your wrist and the other end to a grounded metal surface.

5Grasp the top edge of the PEC you want to remove and pull upward. Refer to Figure 129.

Figure 129 Removing or replacing a PEC

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