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Figure 14.1 - A Module with its Ejector released
14.2.3
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THER
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ODULE
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OT
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SWAP
Modules can be replaced during normal operation with minimal disruption of services, affecting only the relevant
modules. The unit will automatically reconfigure the new module with identical values its predecessor.
Therefore, the module will automatically begin decoding the same service decoded previously.
It is important to insert the new module into the same slot as the previous one; and ensure that
their configuration is identical.
14.3
A
DDING
,
R
EPLACING
,
OR
R
EMOVING
M
ODULES
Before upgrading a unit with additional modules, ensure that there is sufficient space (slots) in the chassis.
When all the new modules have been inserted into the chassis, make sure that the front of the chassis is
completely closed with the front panels. Leaving a slot position open without a module or front panel will cause
the unit to draw false air and consequently result in over-heating of the modules in the chassis.
To permanently remove modules from a specific slot position, the modules should first be removed from the
chassis. Next, go to the
About
page from the
Navigation Pane
. Click to remove the modules. Modules
flagged for removal will be crossed out. Click again to deselect a module. Finally click
Apply Changes
to
permanently remove the configuration of the module from the chassis.
When replacing an existing module, note that a module configuration always follows the slot position and not
the module itself. Consequently, if a module is moved from one slot in the chassis to a new slot, the unit will
report the original slot position as hardware missing, while the new slot position will be configured as a new
module with default configuration. Hence if a module is to be replaced it is important that the same slot is used.
