Installing And Removing A Network Interface Module (Nim) - Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Hardware Installation Manual

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Installing and Removing a Network Interface Module (NIM)

These are the steps to install a NIM:
1. Locate the NIM slot on the front panel.
2. Loosen the screws to remove NIM blank cover.
3. Insert the NIM into the slot.
4. Tighten the screws to secure the NIM in the slot.
Figure 1. Securing the NIM in the slot
1 Securing screws (torque 3.9-5.4 in-lbs)
3 Chassis cutout prevents M.2 installation in wrong
orientation.
Installing and Removing a Network Interface Module (NIM)
2 M.2 module orientation with metal carrier on
top, M.2 module underneath.
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