Forcepoint Pass-through and Mezzanine NIC User manual

Pass-through and Mezzanine NIC
For use with X10G Appliances
Installation Guide

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Installing the Pass-through
and Mezzanine NIC
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Installing the pass-through
10/100/1000 Mb Ethernet Pass-Through I/O Module
The Ethernet pass-through module supports 10/100/1000 Mb connections and
provides a direct connection between the optional internal Ethernet mezzanine card in
the blade and an external Ethernet device. The Ethernet pass-through modules are hot-
swappable and may be installed in any of the three Fabrics.

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1. activity indicators (16)
2. link indicators (16)
3. RJ-45 Ethernet connectors (16)
4. power indicator
Note
To ensure proper functionality, use only the SFP
transceivers provided with this module.

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5. status/identification indicator
Removing An I/O Module
1. If you have not already installed the cable enumerators to make removal and
replacement of the I/O modules easier and faster, install them now. For more
information, see the Rack Installation Guide at support.dell.com/manuals.
2. Disconnect the cables attached to the I/O module.
3. Lift the latch on the end of the module’s handle and rotate the handle away
from the module.
4. Slide the I/O module out of the enclosure.
Note
Connectors on the Ethernet pass-through module
correspond directly to the blade number. For example,
blade 5 is connected to port 5 on the Ethernet pass-through
module. Integrated network adapter 1 maps to I/O slot A1.
Integrated network adapter 2 maps to I/O slot A2.
Warning
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service
technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and
simple repairs as authorized in your product
documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone
service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the
product.

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5. Install the I/O connector cover.
1. I/O connector cover
2. I/O module
3. release latch
4. handle

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Installing An I/O Module
1. Unpack the I/O module and prepare it for installation. For instructions, see the
documentation that accompanied the I/O module.
2. Remove the I/O connector cover from the back of the module.
3. Lift the handle release latch and open the I/O module handle.
4. Slide the module into the enclosure.
5. Close the handle until it snaps securely into place and the module is fully
seated.
6. Connect all cables that must be attached to the I/O module. See the
documentation provided with the I/O module for information about its cable
connections. For more information on using the cable enumerators to organize
and manage the cables, see the Rack Installation Guide at support.dell.com/
manuals.
7. A matching fabric mezzanine card must be installed in one or more blades to
support the new I/O module. If necessary, install the mezzanine card(s).
Warning
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service
technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and
simple repairs as authorized in your product
documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone
service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the
product.
Note
The I/O module must be installed in the appropriate I/O
bay.

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Installing the mezzanine card
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions section.
2. Remove the mezzanine card.
Steps
1. Open the retention latch by pressing the ridged area on the retention latch
with your thumb and lifting the end of the latch.
2. If present, remove the connector cover from the mezzanine card bay.
3. Rotate the card to align the connector on the bottom of the mezzanine card
with the corresponding socket on the system board.
4. Lower the card into place until it is fully seated and the plastic clip on the
outer edge of the card engages over the side of the blade chassis.
Warning
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service
technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and
simple repairs as authorized in your product
documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone
service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the
product.
Note
You must remove the mezzanine card to replace a faulty
mezzanine card or service other components inside the
system.
Warning
To prevent damage to the mezzanine card, you must hold
the card only by its edges.

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5. Close the retention latch to secure the mezzanine card.
1. mezzanine card (2)
2. connector (2)
3. ridge area on the retention latch

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Safety instructions
Warning
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service
technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and
simple repairs as authorized in your product
documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone
service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
Read and follow the safety instructions that are shipped
with your product.
Note
Dell recommends that you always use an antistatic mat
and antistatic wrist strap while working on components
inside the system.
Note
To ensure proper operation and cooling, all bays in the
system must be populated always with either a system
component or with a blank.