Brocade Communications Systems VDX 8770-8 Hardware Reference Manual page 35

1. Unpack the Brocade VDX 8770-8.
2. Use a pallet jack or other assisted lift to transport the new chassis to the installation area.
3. Using the rack mount instructions, install the rack components in the rack and mounting
4. Remove the accessory kit (cardboard box), packing foam, and antistatic plastic from the
5. Remove the foam inserts around the base of the chassis.
6. Use a lift to raise the chassis to the correct level. If installing the chassis in a cabinet, follow the
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8. Ensure that the chassis is oriented so that the port side (front) has access to intake air.
9. Gently slide the chassis onto the final installation surface, ensuring that it remains supported
10. Before you apply power to the chassis, you can install the line cards to speed up your
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a. Cut the bands that encircle the packaging.
b. Slide the upper portion of the cardboard shipping box up off the pallet and shipping tray.
NOTE
The Brocade VDX 8770-8 packaging incorporates a wood pallet and brackets. The chassis sits
on top of a corrugated cardboard shipping tray.
c. Save the packing materials for use when returning a chassis.
d. Leave the chassis on top of the shipping tray and pallet if the chassis must be transported
to the installation location.
Doorways must be wider than 36 in. (91 cm) to accommodate the chassis.
flanges on the chassis. The rack mount kit and instructions may be shipped separately from
the chassis.
chassis and set them aside.
instructions provided by the rack kit manufacturer.
If applicable, lock the wheels of the lift.
during the transfer.
installation. Complete the following steps for each linecard you install before installing the next
line card. Use ESD procedures to protect the line cards from static damage.
a. Remove the filler panel by pulling the release pins outward and moving the slides toward
the center of the panel, then pulling the panel out using the tabs on the ends.
b. Set the panel aside and retain for future use.
c. Carefully remove the line card from it's shipping box.
d. Open the plastic anti-static pouch and remove the line card. Handling the card by the
edges, inspect it for damage.
e. Align the edges of the module pan with the slot guides and carefully and firmly slide the
module all the way into the slot.
f. Grasp the ejectors simultaneously and rotate them away from the center of the module to
fully seat the module in the slot.
g. Using the Philliips screwdriver, tighten the captive screws at both ends of the module.
h. Repeat step a through
Unpacking and installing the Brocade VDX 8770-8
step g for each additional line card you are installing.
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