Force10 Networks Force10 TeraScale E-Series E1200i Manuel D’Utilisation

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Installing RPMs, Line Cards, and SFMs

Figure 22   Installing an RPM into the E1200i 

Figure 23   RPM and Line Card Slot Numbering Label

To install line cards and RPMs: 

Caution: It is important that you retain the packaging and installation order of the cards. Load cards from right 
to left, beginning with Slot 13.

1.

Remove the line card from its box and carefully remove the line card from the anti-static packaging.

2.

Align the RPM with the guide and gently slide it into the slot until you feel the connectors engage with 
the chassis backplane. 

Note: Hold the card by the edges. Avoid touching the printed circuit board and connector pins. Extend 
the top and bottom card levers before you insert the card into the slot.

3.

Rotate the levers to seat the backplane connectors and line card in place. 

4.

Secure card and blanks in place by tightening the top and captive screws on each card.

5.

Follow the same installation procedure for the remaining cards and slots, in the appropriate order.

Note: The blank panels do not have board components or connector pins. Align the blank with the guides and 
gently slide toward the backplane. 

Load first

Slot