Module Installation and Removal
Module Installation
To install modules into a mainframe, follow these steps.
1. Turn the mainframe o.
2. Swing open (down) the front door. Note that the door will not swing down unless the line
switch is o.
3. Slide the module into the mainframe.
4. Tighten the module latch using an 8 mm hex-balldriver.
5. Connect intermodule cabling.
Module Removal
The removal of modules is accomplished by following these steps.
1. Turn the mainframe o.
2. Disconnect intermodule cabling. Be sure to check the rear of the module.
3. Swing open the front door. (Power switch must be o.)
4. Loosen and disengage the module latch using an 8 mm hex-balldriver.
5. Slide the module out of the mainframe.
Note
Care should be taken when installing and removing modules. The front panels
of adjacent modules can easily be scratched and dented if the module being
moved is not carefully guided into or out of its slot.
CAUTION
Modules must be slid straight into and out of the mainframe slots or the sharp
edges of the module covers may contact and abrade the covers of adjacent
modules and mainframe guides.
If extreme environmental conditions exist where dust and debris may be drawn
into the air
ow and distributed throughout the instrument, a Frame-Fine
Filter (HP part number 70000-40017) can be ordered from the nearest HP Sales
and Service Oce.
Installation 2-5