Chapter 7: Installing Modules And Establishing Initial Management Access - Extreme Networks BlackDiamond 8806 Hardware Installation Manual

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C H A P T E R
The chapter describes how to install the MSMs and I/O modules in the BlackDiamond 8800 series
switches and how to set up initial management access for the switch. All module types are
hot-swappable.
The chapter includes the following sections:
Module Slot Assignments on page 114
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Distinguishing an MSM from an I/O Module on page 115
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Installing a BlackDiamond 8000 Series Module on page 115
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Connecting Network Interface Cables on page 119
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Installing a Backup MSM on page 120
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Verifying the Module Installation on page 121
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Removing a BlackDiamond 8000 Series Module on page 122
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Blank Front Panels on page 123
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Installing or Removing an External Compact Flash Memory Card on page 126
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Initial Management Access on page 127
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NOTE
Read the information in this chapter thoroughly before you attempt to install or remove a
BlackDiamond 8800 series MSM or I/O module.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to mix modules across Extreme Networks product lines. BlackDiamond 8000 series
modules are for use only in a BlackDiamond 8810 or 8806 switch. When a BlackDiamond switch is in use,
ExtremeXOS software will not recognize a module from a different product line.
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