Installing the Switch
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Note –
Do not look at the individual holes, rather look at all of the connector’s holes
as a group. A damaged or contaminated hole will be apparent.
4. Look for any closed-over or contaminated holes.
A closed-over or contaminated hole appears brighter than the surrounding holes.
5. Look for any enlarged or cracked holes.
An enlarged or cracked hole appears darker than the surrounding holes.
6. Move your head slightly right to the next connector, and inspect its holes,
repeating
and
7. Continue in this manner for each connector until you reach the right side of the
fabric card.
8. Repeat
through
for all fabric cards and fabric card fillers.
9. Inspect the line cards.
See
“Identify the Line Cards for Installation” on page 56
.
Related Information
■
“Inspect the Line Card XBOW Connectors for Installation” on page 59
■
“Inspect the Pins on the Rear Side of the Midplane” on page 47
■
“Suggested Tools for Installation” on page 19
Inspecting the Line Cards for Installation
Before installing the line cards, verify that they are suitable for installation. Perform
the tasks in the following order:
