Allied Telesis Switch Controller - Manual (Page 7)

Quick Install Guide 7
C613-04031-01 REV B
When inserting a switch controller, take care to slide the back-panel along both
guides at an equal rate. If a switch controller becomes tight, it must not be
forced. Instead, gently withdraw the controller and try again, taking extra care
to keep the controller aligned with the guides. Forcing a misaligned or jammed
switch controller is likely to damage the controller or chassis.
Figure 4: Card guides on the SwitchBlade 8 chassis.
Figure 5: Ejector lever and locking slot.
9. Secure the switch controller
Move the ejector levers to the locked position (see Figure 3 on page -6) and
tighten the switch controller’s mounting screws.
10. Check the switch controller is receiving power
The switch controller’s Power LED will light green if the controller is
receiving power.
If the power LED fails to light:
For AC chassis models, ensure that:
• The IEC power cords are plugged into the correct sockets on the
chassis’s rear panel. The sockets should correspond to PSU bays that
have PSUs installed.
• The IEC power cords are plugged into supply circuits that are receiving
power and all switches are in the ON position.
• The standby switch on the chassis is in the Run position
bottom controller guide
Extractor lever