Brocade MLX Series and Brocade NetIron XMR Hardware ...

2Installing a Brocade MLXe-8 routerThe router ships with slot blanks installed in all empty module slots. The slot blanks help ensureproper airflow inside the router. You must remove the slot blank to install a module.CAUTIONIf you do not install a module in a slot, you must keep the slot blank in place. If you run the routerwith an uncovered slot, the system may overheat. Tighten the screws that secure the slot blanksso that they remain in place when removing adjacent panels or modules.Although the slot blanks differ in size, the procedure for removing them is identical. You will need aflat-blade screwdriver to perform this task.Follow these steps to remove a slot blank.1. Loosen the screws on either end of the slot blank by hand or with a flat-blade screwdriver.2. Pull the slot blank out of the router, and store it in a safe place for future use.CAUTIONIf you are hot-swapping a module, allow a minimum of two seconds after a module (or powersupply or fan tray) has been removed before inserting a module in the same slot.Follow this procedure to install a module in the router.1. If you are installing a module in a slot which may have been configured for a different moduletype, remove the old configuration information by following these steps.a. Use the show running-config command in config mode to determine the currentconfiguration of the slot.MLXe(config)# show running-configCurrent configuration:!ver V5.0.0T163module 1 ni-mlx-20-port-1g-copper!This example shows that slot 1 has already been configured for a 20-port 1 Gbps copperinterface module.Enter the no module command to remove the configurationfrom slot 1. Use the slot number and module type shown in the output from the showrunning-config command.MLXe(config)# no module 1 ni-mlx-20-port-1g-copperThis example removes the configuration from slot 1, leaving it ready for a new module.2. Put on the ESD wrist strap and ground yourself by inserting the plug into the ESD connector onthe chassis.3. Remove the module from the packaging.4. Insert the module into the router slot, and slide the card along the card guide until the ejectorson either side of the module move close to the module front panel. Refer to Figure 54.84 Brocade MLX Series and NetIron XMR Hardware Installation Guide53-1002373-02