SwitchBlade x3112 Installation Guide - Allied Telesis

Chapter 2: Installation
Installing the Ethernet Line Cards
Perform the following procedure to install any of the following Ethernet line
cards:
AT-SBx31GS24 SFP Line Card
AT-SBx31GP24 PoE Line Card
AT-SBx31GT24 Line Card
AT-SBx31XZ4 Line Card
Caution
Each line card contains active electronic devices, which can be
damaged by electro-static discharges (ESD). Follow the procedure
given in “Protection Against Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)” on
page 64 to guard against ESD damage when unpacking and
installing this line card.
Caution
Each of the line cards require that air actively flows across the
electronic circuits for proper operation. Ensure that the fan tray is
installed before powering any line cards. If it is not already installed,
see “Replacing the AT-SBx31FAN Tray” on page 84 for instructions
on how to install a new AT-SBx31FAN Tray.
1. Choose a slot in the chassis for the Ethernet line card. All types of
Ethernet line cards can be installed in any vacant slot from 0 to 3
or 6 to11.
Note
The Ethernet line cards cannot be installed in Chassis slots 4 and 5.
These slots are reserved for the AT-SBx31CFC Fabric Control Card.
2. Remove the line card from the shipping package. If it is missing or
damaged, contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for
assistance.
Note
Store the packaging material in a safe location. You may use the
original shipping material if you need to return the unit to Allied
Telesis.
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