Chapter 11: Installing Blackdiamond Series Modules; Module Slot Assignments - Extreme Networks BlackDiamond 8800 Series Hardware Installation Manual

11 Installing BlackDiamond Series Modules
This chapter provides important safety information and correct installation procedures for the MSMs
and I/O modules in the BlackDiamond 8800 series switches, BlackDiamond 12800 series switches, and
BlackDiamond 10808 switches. All module types are hot-swappable.
The chapter includes the following sections:
Module Slot Assignments on page 173
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Distinguishing a BlackDiamond 8800 or 12800 MSM from an I/O Module on page 174
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Installing a BlackDiamond 8800 or 12800 Series Module on page 175
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Connecting and Disconnecting Cables on the 10G4Ca Module on page 178
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Installing a BlackDiamond 10808 Series Module on page 179
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Installing a Backup MSM on page 182
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Verifying the Module Installation on page 182
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Removing a BlackDiamond 8800 or 12800 Series Module on page 183
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Removing a BlackDiamond 10808 Series Module on page 184
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BlackDiamond Series Blank Front Panels on page 185
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NOTE
Read the information in this chapter thoroughly before you attempt to install or remove an 8800 series MSM or I/O
module.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to mix modules across Extreme Networks product lines. BlackDiamond 8800 series modules are for
use only in a BlackDiamond 8810 or 8806 switch. Blackdiamond 12800 series modules are for use only in a
BlackDiamond 12804 or 12802 switch. When a BlackDiamond switch is in use, ExtremeXOS software will not
recognize a module from a different product line.

Module Slot Assignments

The specific slot locations for I/O modules and MSMs in the chassis are as follows:
BlackDiamond 8810 switch:
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Slots 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, and 10 must have I/O modules.
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Slot 5/A must have an MSM.
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Slot 6/B can have an MSM or I/O module.
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BlackDiamond 8806 switch:
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Slots 1, 2, 5, and 6 must have I/O modules.
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Slot 3/A must have an MSM.
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Slot 4/B can have an MSM or I/O module.
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