Installing components into the new chassis – Brocade Communications Systems Brocade Backbone DCX 8510-4 User Manual
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Brocade DCX 8510-4 chassis removal and replacement
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CAUTION
Use safe lifting practices when moving the product. (C015)
ATTENTION
A completely empty Brocade DCX 8510-4 chassis weighs approximately
25.4 kg (56 lb)
and requires
a hydraulic or assisted lift to install it.
NOTE
If the Brocade DCX 8510-4 is installed in a cabinet, ensure that the cabinet is balanced and secured
mechanically and that the removal and installation procedure will not compromise cabinet stability.
1. If the chassis is in a cabinet, remove it from the cabinet.
2. Place the chassis on a lift or on the shipping pallet provided with the original chassis.
3. Unpack the new chassis:
a. Cut the bands that encircle the packaging.
b. Remove the lid and the kits and foam from the top of the chassis.
c. Lift the cardboard box off the chassis and remove the plastic bag from around the chassis.
Save the packing materials for use when returning the old chassis.
d. Leave the chassis on top of the plastic shipping tray if the chassis must be transported to
the installation location.
NOTE
The Brocade DCX 8510-4 packaging does not incorporate a wood pallet and pallet brackets.
The chassis sits on top of a plastic shipping tray.
4. Use a pallet jack or other assisted lift to transport the new chassis to the installation area.
Doorways must be wider than 91 cm (36 in.) to accommodate the chassis on the pallet.
5. Use a lift to raise the chassis to the correct level. If installing the chassis in a cabinet, follow the
instructions provided by the rack kit manufacturer.
Installing components into the new chassis
ATTENTION
Follow ESD precautions (
1. Replace the WWN bezel (logo plate) and WWN cards (
“WWN card removal and replacement”
).
2. Replace the blower assemblies (
“Blower assembly removal and replacement”
).
3. Replace the power supplies or filler panels (
“Power supply removal and replacement”
4. Replace the control processor blades (CP8) (