Installing the ethernet line cards – Allied Telesis SwitchBlade x8112 User Manual
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Installing the Ethernet Line Cards
This section contains the installation procedure for the Ethernet line cards.
The illustrations show the AT-SBx81GP24 Line Card, but the procedure is
the same for all the cards.
Note
Please review “Guidelines to Handling the Controller and Line
Cards” on page 108 before performing this procedure.
This procedure requires the following tools:
#2 Phillips-head screwdriver (not provided)
#2 Phillips-head, 5 inch-lbs torque screwdriver (optional — not
provided)
To install the Ethernet line cards, perform the following procedure:
1. Choose a slot in the chassis for the Ethernet line card. The Ethernet
line cards may be installed in slots 1 to 4 and 7 to 12. The slots are
shown in Figure 71.
Figure 71. Slots 1 to 4 and 7 to 12 for the Ethernet Line Cards
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 should use the
original shipping material if you need to return the unit to Allied
Telesis.
3. Carefully remove the Ethernet line card from the anti-static bag. Refer