Installing Module Into Matrix E7 Or N7 Chassis; Preparation - Enterasys Matrix 7GR4202-30 Hardware Installation Manual

Installing Module into Matrix E7 or N7 Chassis

Example 5
Shows chassis slots 1 and 5 populated with 6x1xx, 6x2xx modules, respectively; slots 2 through 4
with DFE modules, but not a bridging module (such as the 7H4382‐25, 7H4382‐49, 7H4383‐49, or
7H4385‐49); and slots 6 and 7 with 6x3xx modules.
In this module arrangement, the 6x1xx and 6x2xx modules in slots 1 and 5 can only communicate
with each other, because there is no 6x3xx module in one of the first five slots to serve as the proxy
bridge to communicate with the 6x3xx modules in slots 6 and 7. The 7x4xxx DFE modules in slots
2, 3, and 4 will operate under one IP address. Since there is no bridging module, the DFE modules
will not communicate with any other modules in the chassis.
Rule: In this example, there must be at least one 6x3xx series module, and a 7H4382‐25,
7H4382‐49, 7H4383‐49, or 7H4385‐49 bridging module in slots 1 through 5 to enable
communications between all generations of modules in the chassis.
Example 6
The module arrangement in this example is similar to the one shown in Figure
described in Example 5. The only difference is that a 7H4382‐49 bridging module is installed in
slot 2, enabling all modules to communicate with each other.
Rule: In this example, the 7H4382‐49 serves as both the FTM1‐to‐FTM2 bridge and the five‐to‐
seven slot proxy bridge. The 6x3xx does not serve as a proxy bridge in this configuration because
the 7H4382‐49 is in a slot with a lower number. You can use the 7H4382‐25, 7H4382‐49, 7H4383‐49,
or 7H4385‐49 as a bridging module depending on the need.

Installing Module into Matrix E7 or N7 Chassis

To install any module into the Matrix
Installation Rules" on page 3‐8 to familiarize yourself with the FTM1 and FTM2 backplane
connections and the module hardware installation rules. Then proceed to "Installing Module into
Matrix E7 or N7 Chassis" on page 3‐10 to start the installation process.
To install a DFE module into a Matrix N3, N1, or N5 chassis, proceed directly to "Installing
Module into Matrix N3, N1, or N5 Chassis" on page 3‐12 to start the installation process.

Preparation

1. Remove the blank panel covering the slot in which the module will be installed. All other slots
must remain covered to ensure proper airflow for cooling. (Save the blank plate in the event
you need to remove the module.)
2. Remove the module from the shipping box. (Save the box and packing materials in the event
the module needs to be reshipped.)
3-10 Installation
(Figure 3-5, E)
(Figure 3-5, F)
Caution: Failure to observe static safety precautions could cause damage to the module. Follow
static safety handling rules and wear the antistatic wrist strap.
Do not cut the non-conductive bag to remove the module. Sharp objects contacting the board or
components can cause damage.
Precaución: Si no toma las medidas de seguridad necesarias para evitar descargas de
electricidad estática, es posible que el módulo se dañe. Siga los consejos de seguridad para la
manipulación del producto y no olvide utilizar la pulsera antiestática.
No corte la bolsa antiestática para sacar el módulo. Tenga en cuenta que si algún objeto cortante
entra en contacto con la placa o con los componentes, éstos podrían dañarse.
E7 or N7 chassis, refer to "Backplane Connections and
3‐5, E and