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NOTE
The PowerConnect B-MLXe-4 router ships with the required switch fabric modules installed.
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module
Management modules
Interface modules
Switch fabric modules
CAUTION
If you do not install a module in a slot, you must leave the slot blank installed in the slot. If you
run the router with an uncovered slot, the system may overheat.
NOTE
If you are installing a redundant management module, see the chapter titled "Using a Redundant
Management Module" in the Brocade NetIron Configuration Guide for information about how the
redundant module works, optional software configurations, and how to manage redundancy.
Before installing modules, have the following items available:
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DANGER
For safety reasons, the ESD wrist strap should contain a 1 megohm series resistor.
NOTE
Installation instructions are identical for interface, management, and switch fabric modules.
You can install modules while the router is powered on and running.
Before installing a new interface module, you will need to remove the slot blank from the module
slot. You should also have the following items available:
•
•
•
DANGER
For safety reasons, the ESD wrist strap should contain a 1 megohm series resistor.
PowerConnect B-MLXe Hardware Installation Guide
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PowerConnect B-MLXe-4 module installation
slot number
Active module – M1 (left).
Redundant module – M2 (right).
1 – 4
SF1 – SF3
A large flat-blade screwdriver.
An ESD wrist strap with a plug for connection to the ESD connector on the router chassis.
A 1/4 inch #8 flat-blade screwdriver, or a #2 Phillips screwdriver
A new interface module, which you can order from Dell
An ESD wrist strap with a plug for connection to the ESD connector on the PowerConnect
B-MLXe router.
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