Installing Pluggable Modules - Cisco Rugged Series Installation Manual

Installing and Upgrading Modules

Installing Pluggable Modules

To install a pluggable interface module (PIM) in the IR8340 router, follow these steps:
Before you begin
Note
Step 1
Remove the blank faceplates installed over the PIM slot that you intend to use by loosening the two captive screws.
Save blank faceplates for future use.
Step 2
Slide the blank plate out of the device.
Step 3 Prepare the cellular modem module by inserting the micro SIMs applicable for your modems into the device. Remove
the screw (1) holding the access plate in place that covers the sim slots. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver. The access plate
is located on the side of the module, as shown in the following figure:
Step 4
Install your SIMs (1) as shown in the following figure. Make note of the proper slot number and SIM orientation.
Before you install the modules to the router, make sure that the router is fully powered off. Every time you
insert or remove a module, the router must be powered off first. The power should be resumed after the module
is inserted into or removed from the slot.
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