68 Chapter 6 R2MFC MBM maintenance

Replacing an R2MFC MBM

When an R2MFC MBM requires replacement, follow the steps in this section.

Warning: This section describes replacing a module with the same type of module. If you want to replace a module with a different type of module, you must treat it as a new installation. Refer to the Installation and Maintenance guide to ensure the new module does not overrun any lines already assigned to other modules.

Figure 27 on page 68 provides an overview of the process for replacing R2MFC MBMs.

Figure 27 Overview of module replacement process

Firmware upgrade required

Disconnect cables from the front of the sever and the expansion unit

Remove power from

both units

Remove front bezel from expansion unit

Set DIP switches on new module to match old module

Install new module in

media bay

Replace bezel

Reconnect all cables

Monitor LEDs for power

and status

Check the module settings in Element Manager or Unified Manager

Remove failed module

Restore power to BCM

and expansion unit

If replacement of the R2MFC MBM is required, perform the follow steps to properly replace the module:

1Follow the steps in “Shutting down the system” on page 32 to ensure the system shuts down correctly.

2Remove all cables and disconnect the BCM from the AC power outlet.

3Remove the front bezel from the unit in which the module resides.

4Pull the latch beside the module to be replaced to release the module. Refer to Figure 11 on page 39 or Figure 12 on page 40.

5Slide the module out of the bay in which it is installed.

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Nortel Networks manual Replacing an R2MFC MBM, Overview of module replacement process