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Maintaining the Chassis

Maintaining the Chassis

This chapter describes how to replace internal system components such as power supplies and system fan assemblies for the chassis. Your chassis is configured as specified in your order and is ready for installation and startup when it leaves the factory. As your network requirements change, you can upgrade your system, add components, or change the initial configuration. This chapter contains the following sections:


Warning Before you install, operate, or service the system, read the Site Preparation and Safety Guide. This guide contains important safety information you should know before working with the system.


Note   Refer to the Catalyst 8540 CSR Route Processor and Interface Module Installation Guide for detailed information about the maintenance of the Catalyst 8540 CSR route processors and interface modules. Refer to the Processor Installation Guide and the ATM Port Adapter and Interface Module Installation Guide for detailed information about the maintenance of the Catalyst 8540 MSR route processors, port adapters, and interface modules.

Replacing Power Supplies

The redundant AC and DC power supplies support hot swapping. When two power supplies are installed, you can remove or install one supply without affecting system operation. When power is removed from one supply, the redundant power feature enables the redundant power supply to ramp up to full power and maintain uninterrupted system operation. In systems with dual power supplies, connect each power supply to separate input lines so that, in case of a line failure, the second source is available and can maintain uninterrupted power to the system.

A 20A modular power cord connects each AC power supply to a separate site power source. Many telcos require the DC power supply because these installations are powered by -48 or -60 VDC batteries. From an operational perspective, the DC-input power supply has the same characteristics as the AC-input version.


Note   Installation is approved for use with copper connectors only. Make the attachment of the chassis ground M4 pemnuts directly to the central office or other interior ground system with a number 6 AWG copper ground connector as a minimum. The chassis employs two threaded M4x7 chassis ground M4 pemnuts. These pemnuts are located on the front of the chassis. The grounded chassis M4 pemnuts require M4 bolts and locking hardware, which are not included.

Tools Required

To replace a power supply, you need the following tools:

Removing the AC Power Supply

To remove an AC power supply, follow these steps:


Step 1   Turn off the power switch on the power supply you are removing. (See Figure 3-1 .)


Caution Failure to turn off the AC power supply could result in equipment damage.


Figure 3-1: AC Power Supply

Step 2   Disconnect the AC power cord from the input line.

Step 3   Remove the input power cord from the power cord connection.

Step 4   Loosen the captive installation screw on the power supply with a screwdriver. (See Figure 3-1 .)

Step 5   Grasp the power supply handle with one hand. Slowly pull the power supply out of the chassis toward you. While holding the power supply handle with one hand, place your other hand underneath to support the bottom of the supply. (See Figure 3-2 .)


Warning Keep hands and fingers out of the power supply bays. High voltage is present on the power backplane when the system is running.


Figure 3-2: Removing a Power Supply

Step 6   Pull the power supply out of the bay and put it aside.

Step 7   Install a power supply cover plate over the power supply bay opening and secure it with the mounting screws if the power supply bay is to remain empty.


To install the AC power supply, see the "Installing Power Supplies" section.

Removing the DC Power Supply

To remove a DC power supply, follow these steps:


Step 1   Verify that the power is off to the DC input line furnishing power to the power supply you are removing.

Step 2   Turn off the power switch on the power supply you are removing. (See Figure 3-3 .)

Step 3   Remove the terminal block cover by removing the two screws at the top and bottom of the terminal block. (See Figure 3-3 .)


Figure 3-3: DC Power Supply

Warning When installing the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected last.

Step 4   Disconnect the input wires from the terminal block.

Step 5   Loosen the captive screw on the power supply with a screwdriver.

Step 6   Grasp the power supply handle with one hand. Slowly pull the power supply out of the chassis toward you. While holding the power supply handle with one hand, place your other hand underneath to support the bottom of the supply. (See Figure 3-2 .)

Step 7   Install a power supply cover plate over the opening and secure it with the mounting screws if the power supply bay is to remain empty. This protects the inner chassis from dust and prevents accidental contact with live voltage at the rear of the bay.


To install the DC power supply, see the "Installing Power Supplies" section.

Replacing the Fan Assembly

This section describes how to replace the fan assembly, which is a single unit that draws in cooling air and distributes it across the route processor, switch modules, and interface modules. The absence of cooling air can cause the interior of the chassis to heat up and can cause an overtemperature condition. Never operate the system if the fan assembly is not functioning properly.

The fan assembly is located on the left side of the chassis module cage. (See Figure 3-4 .) The two captive installation screws secure the fan assembly to the back panel.


Caution If you are replacing the fan assembly while the unit is operating, make sure the replacement fan assembly is ready for
immediate installation.


Figure 3-4: Chassis Fan Assembly

Caution Never operate the system if the fan assembly is not functioning properly. An overtemperature condition can result in severe equipment damage.

Tools Required

You need a 3/16-inch flat-blade screwdriver to remove the fan assembly.

Removing the Fan Assembly

To remove the existing chassis fan assembly, follow these steps:


Step 1   Locate the fan assembly on the left side of the module cage, above the power supply. (See Figure 3-4 .)

Step 2   Use a flat-blade screwdriver to loosen each of the two captive installation screws by turning them counterclockwise. Do not attempt to completely remove them.

Step 3   Grasp the fan assembly with both hands and pull it toward you and away from the backplane using steady pressure until it frees the backplane.

Step 4   Lift the fan assembly out of the chassis and put it in a safe place.

Proceed to the following section to reinstall a fan assembly immediately if the power has not been turned off.



Caution Never operate the system if the fan assembly is not functioning properly or if a fan assembly is not quickly reinstalled. An overtemperature condition can result in severe equipment damage.

Installing the Fan Assembly

To install a fan assembly, follow these steps:


Step 1   Hold the fan assembly with the fans facing to the right.

Step 2   Place the fan assembly into the front chassis cavity so it rests on the chassis, and then lift the fan assembly up slightly and align the top and bottom guides.

Step 3   Push the fan assembly into the chassis until the captive installation screws meet the chassis.

Step 4   Tighten each of the two captive installation screws.

Step 5   Verify fan assembly operation by checking the fan assembly LED. (See Figure 3-5.) The Fan LED turns green when operating properly.


Figure 3-5: Fan LED


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