PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide
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Note
It is recommended that you connect the main and optional power
supplies to separate AC outlets or DC circuits to increase the protection
to your chassis from operational failure.
5.
Apply power to the module by connecting the AC power cord or DC wires.
Refer to page 11, Step 4 for an AC unit or Step 5 for a DC unit.
6.
The power supply’s Power LED should be ON. If the LED is OFF, refer to
“Troubleshooting” on page 31 for instructions.
The PowerBlade PBC18 is now ready for use.
Hot Swapping a Power Supply
Both the main and optional power supplies are hot swappable. The power
modules to be hot swapped must be the same type. AC and DC power supplies
cannot be used together in the same chassis.
1.
To remove a failed power module, you must power OFF the appropriate
power source. To do this, perform one of the following:
❑
For an AC model, unplug the power cord from the power outlet and
then unplug the power cord from the failed module.
❑
For a DC model, follow the steps below:
Warning
When installing this equipment, always ensure that the frame ground
connection is installed first and disconnected last.
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a. Remove the positive and negative feed wires from the terminal block
by loosening the screws to the wire connections with a flathead
screwdriver.
b. Remove the frame ground wire from the terminal block by loosening
the screw to the wire connection with a flathead screwdriver.
2.
Loosen the two thumbscrews and slide out the failed power supply.
3.
Remove the new power supply from the shipping package and store the
packaging material in a safe location.
