Symmetricom 1100, 1000 manual Installation Check List, Powering Up the Shelf, Working With Cards

Chapter 3 Installing the TimeProvider

Installation Check List

Installation Check List

To verify that the installation of the TimeProvider is complete, perform the following checks and procedures in Table 3-9.

Table 3-9. Installation Completeness Checklist

Operation/Indication Complete

Verify that all power and ground wires are installed correctly and securely.

Verify that all communications cables are properly installed.

Verify that all input and output cables are properly installed.

Powering Up the Shelf

There is no power switch on the TimeProvider. When you apply power to the unit, it enters the warm-up state. See Starting the TimeProvider for the First Time, on page 88, for more information on powering up the shelf.

Working With Cards

This section describes how to install, remove, and handle the cards associated with the TimeProvider.

Properly Handling Cards

When handling any of the cards, observe the following precautions:

Use proper static control precautions when handling cards! Protect the equipment against ESD (electrostatic discharge) by using a grounded protective wrist strap and normal equipment grounding.

Avoid touching component leads and edge connectors. Avoid placing the card on an ungrounded surface.

Avoid allowing the card to come in contact with insulated surfaces.

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