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Chapter 2 XGS12 Chassis Modules Chapter 3 Install XGS12 Chassis Unpack and Mount the Chassis Remove and Insert Processor Module Remove and Insert Power Supply Module Remove and Insert Fan Module Chapter 4 Log on to XGS12 Chassis – iv –...
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About this guide This section explains the notational and typographical conventions used in this documentation, and provides a list of related documentation. Section contents: Note icons and messages Typographical conventions Textual conventions Note icons and messages The following table describes the note icons and messages used in this document. Name Icon Description...
About this guide Convention Description Italic text Italic text indicates: A text reference to the name of a field, option, or parameter. Document and book titles. The first reference to a new term. Special identification or emphasis in a statement. monospace Text shown in a monospace font is used to indicate: text...
This document describes how to install the XGS12 chassis and its various modules. The XGS12 Chassis is the next generation high performance platform capable of supporting all XM form factor load modules, including full chassis configurations of the Xcellon load modules. It is a 12-slot chassis with high speed backplane (160 Gbps between each adja¬cent two cards) designed for...
The Processor Module is plugged into the front of the chassis, in slot 0. The power supplies and fans are accessible from the rear of the chassis. Each of the modular components is capable of being removed in the field and replaced with minimum downtime. XGS12 Chassis Back View – 3 –...
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Remove and Insert Fan Module on page 11 XGS12 Chassis Installation Precautions The following precautions should be followed while installing the XGS12 chassis: A two person lift is recommended when installing the chassis into the rack. Ensure that each person is properly grounded during installation of either the chassis (onto the rack) or load modules (into the chassis) to prevent an ESD event.
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Chapter 3 Install XGS12 Chassis Operator intervention may be required to power cycle the XGS12 chassis or restart a software program in the event the XGS12 chassis operation is upset or stopped by electrostatic discharge. – 6 –...
Chapter 3 Install XGS12 Chassis XGS12 Rack Screw Mount Locations Unpack and Mount the Chassis 1. Cut tape and open the carton. 2. Remove accessories box, top foam inserts, and side packing inserts. 3. Lift chassis out of the carton.
The chassis is CE marked and ULTM certified when using the 200-240 VAC power cords supplied with the chassis. However, these certifications for the chassis safety approvals are only valid when the unit is operating from all three 200-240 VAC main power supplies. Refer to the Ixia Platform Reference Guide at: https://support.ixiacom.com/user-guide/ixos for more details.
Chapter 3 Install XGS12 Chassis 1. Unfasten the screws. 2. Pinch the clips and then pull outwards. Removing processor module To insert the processor module: 1. Slide the module into the slot. 2. Pinch on the clips and push them in.
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Chapter 3 Install XGS12 Chassis To remove the power supply module: 1. Loosen the thumbscrew in the upper left corner of the power supply module. 2. Pull the power clamp handles. 3. Hold the two handles provided on the power supply module and pull them.
Chapter 3 Install XGS12 Chassis 4. Tighten the thumbscrew at the upper left corner of the power supply module. 5. Replace the rear cover and fasten it with the screws. Remove and Insert Fan Module XGS12 Chassis Back View The fan module is located on the rear side of the chassis. For details see the...
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Chapter 3 Install XGS12 Chassis To install the fan module: 1. Push the rubber grommets over the metal standoff on the chassis. 2. Fasten the four screws tightly. – 12 –...
Log on to XGS12 Chassis HAPTER The Username for an XGS12 (Windows 7) remote desktop session is ixia and the password is the CPU module serial number found on the sticker located in front of the CPU module. Note: The chassis windows wallpaper is not displayed. So the credentials are required to log on.
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