Installing The Side Clip Gpim; Gpim Connectors - Enterasys SmartSwitch 6G302-06 Installation Manual

Installing Options into the 6G306-06
3.2.1.1

Installing the Side Clip GPIM

The GPIMs are installed into the module as follows:
1. Attach the antistatic strap (refer to the instructions in the antistatic wrist strap package) before
removing the GPIM from the antistatic packaging.
2. Remove the GPIM from the packaging.
3. Hold the GPIM with the network connection port facing away from the module. The 20-pin
connector should be facing towards the empty GPIM slot, with the wide part of the connector
oriented up in relation to the printing on the module. See
connector.
Figure 3-2 GPIM Connectors
4. Gently insert the GPIM (20-pin connector side) through the GPIM opening of the module. See
Figure 3-3. The top of the GPIM must be next to the hinge side of the GPIM slot door of the
module, as shown in
If the GPIM does not go in easily, do not force the device. Check the orientation against
Figure 3-2. Push the GPIM back until the 20-pin port engages the GPIM. The latch mechanism
engages when the GPIM connector seats properly in the port.
3-4 Installation
Figure 3-3. The door folds up and the slides engage the sides of the GPIM.
Figure 3-2 to orient the GPIM 20-pin