Reusing The Optional Network Interface Card (S8500) - Avaya S8500 Series Job Aids For Field Replacements

Job Aid: Replacing the Avaya S8500/B/C server

Reusing the optional network interface card (S8500)

If the optional network interface card (NIC) in the failed server is being used and still good, then
you want to reuse it in the replacement S8500 server. Use the following process to swap the
NIC.
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CAUTION:
Wear an anti-static wrist ground strap whenever handling components such as
CAUTION:
the hard drive of an Avaya S8500 server. Connect the strap to an approved
ground, such as an unpainted metal surface. Also, place the hard drive on an
anti-static mat that is similarly grounded. Do not place the new or the old drive on
a bare surface.
Removing the NIC from the failed S8500 server
For these steps, see
1. Locate the fan slot adjacent to the power plug on the rear of the server.
2. Remove the two screws holding the fan unit. You do not need to unplug the fan unit.
3. Set the adapter-support bracket to the right of the fan.
4. Completely unscrew the captive screw on the left hand side of the PCI-2 slot.
The captive screw is now loose so that you can flip it up. You will need this space to
maneuver the NIC out of its slot.
5. Firmly pull the NIC out of its slot.
30 Job Aids for Field Replacements (FRUs) for the Avaya S8500 Server
Figure 4: Removing and replacing the NIC (S8500 only) on page 31.