Accessing the Diagnostic Panel
Replacing the Chassis Cover
To replace the chassis cover, perform the following steps:
Position the cover on top of the chassis and slide it on. Push down on the cover latch to lock it into place.
Step 1
Note
Reinstall the ASA in a rack, on a desktop, or on a table, or extend it back into the rack.
Step 2
Accessing the Diagnostic Panel
When you remove the chassis cover to view the Diagnostic Panel, leave the ASA powered on. Powering
Note
off the ASA clears the Diagnostic Panel indicators.
To access the Diagnostic Panel, perform the following steps:
Step 1
Extend the ASA from the rack.
Step 2
Remove the chassis cover.
For more information, see
Locate the Diagnostic Panel (see
Step 3
For information on what internal health information each indicator displays, see the
"Figure 1-5Diagnostic Panel" section on page
install failed components. For aid in troubleshooting, use the internal health indicators information when
contacting TAC.
Removing and Installing the Interface Cards
The ASA 5580 has nine expansion card slots. For detailed information about network interfaces and
available cards, see the
Cisco ASA 5580 Series Adaptive Security Appliance Hardware Installation Guide
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Make sure the chassis cover is securely locked into place before powering on the ASA.
Removing the Chassis Cover, page
Figure 1-5 on page
"Network Interfaces" section on page
Chapter 4
Maintenance and Upgrade Procedures
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