Allied Telesis SwitchBlade Bandwidth Expander - Manual (Page 4)

4 SwitchBlade Bandwidth Expander
C613-04041-01 REV A
Installing A Bandwidth Expander
Bandwidth expanders can be hot swapped. There is no need to power down the switch
when installing or removing a bandwidth expander.
Follow these steps to install a bandwidth expander:
1. Read the safety information
The SwitchBlade Safety and Statutory Information booklet includes all
relevant safety information. A copy of the safety booklet is supplied with
each bandwidth expander. A PDF version can be found on the CD-ROM
that ships with every switch controller and every chassis, or can be
downloaded from www.alliedtelesyn.co.nz/support/switchblade/.
2. Gather the tools and equipment you will need
To loosen or secure the bandwidth expander’s mounting screws you will
need a Phillips #2 screwdriver.
3. Prepare the bandwidth expander
In an antistatic environment, remove the bandwidth expander from its
packing material.
Be sure to observe ESD precautions.
Do not attempt to install a bandwidth expander without observing correct
antistatic procedures. Failure to do so may damage the bandwidth expander
and chassis. If you are unsure what the correct procedures are, contact your
authorised Allied Telesyn distributor or reseller.
An ESD socket is provided on the front panel of the SwitchBlade chassis. The socket is
designed to be used in conjunction with an ESD wrist strap.
4. On switch controller bay B, remove the faceplate, existing switch controller or
existing bandwidth expander
Bandwidth expanders can only be installed in the SwitchBlade 4 (AT-SB4104)
chassis, and can only be installed in switch controller bay B.
To remove a blank faceplate:
Loosen the faceplate’s two Phillips mounting screws until they disengage
from the chassis, then remove the faceplate.
Keep the faceplate for future use. If you should remove the bandwidth expander, replace
the faceplate to prevent dust and debris from entering the chassis and to maintain proper
airflow.
The switch may overheat or be damaged by dust and debris if bays are left
uncovered.