F5 ARX 6000 Parts list manual

ARX 6000 FRU Replacement Guide
Platform P100
April 4, 2011. Version 1.0

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Removing and Replacing Cards and Components
Removing a card causes a switch to reboot
In a redundant pair where this switch is active, services fail over to the junior switch. In
a redundant pair where this switch is in the Backup/junior role, service is unaffected. A
standalone switch does not offer any service for the duration of the reboot.
Static electricity can damage switch components. Be sure to wear anti-
static wrist straps before handling disk drives and cards.
CAUTION
WARNING

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ARX 6000 Chassis Overview –Front without bezel
The ARX 6000 is highly modularized in its design and it intended to be
serviced in the field primarily through the replacement of Field
Replaceable Units (FRU’s). The remainder of this document provide
instruction on how to replace each FRU used in the ARX 6000.

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ARX 6000 Chassis Overview –Rear

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Preparation
Before replacing any FRU in an ARX 6000, ensure that the Field Tech completes the following steps.
Step 1 - Install Grounding Strap
Before replacing any FRU on the ARX 6000, ensure that the Field Tech uses a grounding
strap as shown below to protect modules and components from potential static electricity
discharge. Fig. 1
Fig. 2

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Step 2 –Tag all Cables
Instruct the Field Tech to apply labels to all cables that connect to the ARX 6000

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Replacement of NSM Card
Preparation
Step 2 Tag all cables Fig. 3
Step 1 Remove the NSM card
Verify that the Field Tech is using a Ground Strap and that the Tech has tagged all cables.
Instruct the Field Tech loosen the top and bottom captive screws on the NSM card.
Fig. 4
Have the Fiel Tech grasp both of the ejector handles located to the left of the screws and pull
evenly to slide the card out.

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Fig. 5
Instruct the Field Tech to keep hold of the handles andslowly pull the card straight out of the
slot until it is clear of the unit. Fig. 6

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Step 4 Replacing the NSM card
To replace the NSM card, line up the replacement card to the guide slots and slide completely
into the ARX 6000. Fig. 7
Push in both the top and bottom handles to re-seat the NSM card.
Fig. 8

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Re-tighten the top and bottom captive screws and remove the grounding strap.
Fig. 9
Step 5 Follow-up
Have the Field Tech standby while you ensure that the new part is functional