Rtm Installation And Removal; Installing The Rtm - SMART Embedded Computing RTM-ATCA-F140 Series Installation & Use Manual

Hardware Preparation and Installation
2.4

RTM Installation and Removal

The RTM is fully compatible to the AdvancedTCA standard and is designed to be used in
AdvancedTCA shelves.
NOTE: The RTM must only be installed into the slot associated with the proper companion
front blade.
Damage of Circuits
Electrostatic discharge and incorrect RTM installation and removal can damage
circuits or shorten its life.
Damage of the RTM
Incorrect installation of the RTM can cause damage of the RTM. Only use handles
when installing or removing the RTM to avoid damage/deformation to the face plate
and/or the PCB.
Use ESD
Before touching the RTM or electronic components, make sure that you are working
in an ESD-safe environment.
Wrist Strap
2.4.1

Installing the RTM

The following procedure describes the installation of the RTM. It assumes that your system
is powered. If your system is not powered, you can disregard the blue LED information and
proceed to the next step. In this case it is a purely mechanical installation.To install the RTM
into an AdvancedTCA shelf, proceed as follows.
Installation Procedure
1. Visually inspect the RTM and Zone 3 connectors on the front blade for damage or bent
pins before attempting to insert a blade. If any connector damage or pin damage is
observed do not insert the RTM and send the damaged product through proper repair
channels.
If the corresponding front blade is already installed, perform the following steps. If the front
blade has not been installed, refer to the installation instructions for the front blade in the
blade's Installation and Use manual. Then proceed with the following procedure.
2. On the front blade, verify the face plate screws that secure the blade to the shelf are
tight.
3. Deactivate the front blade and slide the latch into the release position.
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Hardware Preparation and Installation