Removing A Backup Power Supply - Alcatel OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware User's Manual

OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components

Removing a Backup Power Supply

Note. You can remove a backup power supply from the power shelf at any time without disturbing the
switch's network functions. You are not required to power down the switch.
Anti-Static Warning. Before handling any components, free yourself of static by wearing a grounding
strap, or by grounding yourself properly. Static discharge can damage the switch and the backup power
supply.
Removal Steps
To remove a backup power supply from the power shelf, follow the steps below:
Note. Before handling any components, free yourself of static by wearing a grounding strap, or by ground-
ing yourself properly. Static discharge can damage the switch and the backup power supply.
1 Unplug the power cord from the AC power source, as well as from the socket located on the power
supply's front panel.
2 Loosen the two captive screws, located at the left and right sides of the power supply's front panel. If
necessary, use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screws.
Note. Be sure that both captive screws are completely disengaged from the threaded holes in the chassis
before continuing.
OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide
Loosening the Captive Screws
July 2005
Backup Power Supply Components
page 2-51