VXi Computer Hardware VX1410A User Manual
VX1410A & VX1420A IntelliFrame Mainframe Instruction Manual
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Maintenance
This chapter provides procedures for inspecting and cleaning the IntelliFrame
Mainframe, removing and replacing internal mainframe components, and
isolating problems to module levels.
Mainframe, removing and replacing internal mainframe components, and
isolating problems to module levels.
Service Strategy
The service procedures in this manual provide removal and replacement
procedures to repair the IntelliFrame Mainframe to a module level. Instrument
level repairs are accomplished by exchanging faulty modules with known-good
modules or parts. No component-level repair is provided in this manual.
procedures to repair the IntelliFrame Mainframe to a module level. Instrument
level repairs are accomplished by exchanging faulty modules with known-good
modules or parts. No component-level repair is provided in this manual.
Preparation
The information in this section is designed for use by qualified service person-
nel. Read the General Safety Summary and Service Safety Summary at the front
of this manual and Service Strategy before attempting any procedures in this
chapter. Refer to the Operating Basics chapter for information on the location of
controls, indicators, and connectors used with the mainframe.
nel. Read the General Safety Summary and Service Safety Summary at the front
of this manual and Service Strategy before attempting any procedures in this
chapter. Refer to the Operating Basics chapter for information on the location of
controls, indicators, and connectors used with the mainframe.
CAUTION. Many components within the mainframe are susceptible to static-
discharge damage. Service the mainframe only in a static-free environment.
Observe standard handling precautions for static-sensitive devices while
servicing the mainframe. Always wear a grounded wrist strap, or equivalent,
while servicing the mainframe.
discharge damage. Service the mainframe only in a static-free environment.
Observe standard handling precautions for static-sensitive devices while
servicing the mainframe. Always wear a grounded wrist strap, or equivalent,
while servicing the mainframe.
Observe the following precautions to avoid damaging the mainframe:
H Do not handle static-sensitive components on boards.
H Transport and store static-sensitive boards in their original containers or
on conductive foam. Label any package that contains static-sensitive
assemblies.
assemblies.
H Wear a wrist strap attached to the mainframe while handling the boards to
discharge the static voltage from your body.