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Installing a switch module
To install a switch module, complete the following steps:
1. Read the safety information that begins on page v and "Installation guidelines"
on page 5.
2. Select the I/O-module bay in which to install the switch module.
Note: For details about I/O-module bay requirements and bay locations, see
the documentation for the BladeCenter unit and blade servers.
3. Remove the filler module from the selected bay. Store the filler module for
future use.
Each I/O-module bay must contain either an I/O module or a filler module.
4. If you have not already done so, touch the static-protective package that
contains the switch module to an unpainted metal surface of the BladeCenter
unit or an unpainted metal surface on any other grounded rack-component for
at least 2 seconds.
5. Remove the switch module from its static-protective package.
6. Make sure that the release lever on the switch module is in the open position
(perpendicular to the module).
For specific instructions for installing a switch module in the BladeCenter unit,
see the documentation that comes with the BladeCenter unit.
7. Slide the switch module into the applicable I/O-module bay until it stops.
8. Push the release lever on the front of the switch module to the closed position.
After you insert and lock the switch module, it is turned on, and a power-on
self-test (POST) occurs to verify that the switch module is operating correctly.
Notes:
a. The switch module takes approximately 60 seconds to complete the POST.
When the switch module is turned on, an LED test occurs. All LEDs are lit
and remain lit during POST; then, all the LEDs except the OK LED turn off.
This indicates normal POST results.
b. To maintain proper airflow, make sure that the ventilation areas on the
sides of the blade server are not blocked.
Chapter 2. Installing and replacing a switch module
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