Appendix E
Maintenance and Field Replacement
The Maintenance and Field Replacement section reviews the following topics:
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E.1
Considerations
Review the following considerations when installing the device.
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All fans and power supplies are hot swappable.
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The switch can be running while a power supply is being installed or removed, but the power supply
being replaced must not be connected to a power source.
Note: Saving the switch configuration before replacing a power supply is recommended.
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All slots must be filled or covered with a blank for operation (even though power supply or fans may
not be functional).
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Before you begin, refer to the Arista Networks document Safety Information and Translated Safety
Warnings available at:
https://www.arista.com/en/support/product-documentation
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Note: Refer to the front (
device to locate the appropriate LED, the release lever or handle, and the handle for the
power supply and fan modules.
E.2
Power Supplies
The following steps are required when removing power supplies from a switch.
E.2.1
AC Power Supplies
E.2.1.1
Removing an AC Power Supply
1. Ground yourself with an ESD wrist strap.
2. Power down the power supply to be removed by disconnecting the AC power cable.
3. Push the power supply release lever and remove the power supply.
E.2.1.2
Installing an AC Power Supply
You must make space for installing the power supply by removing an existing one (
).
1. Remove the replacement power supply from its packaging.
2. Slide the new power supply into the empty slot.
3. Slide the new power supply into the switch until the power supply is fully seated and the release
lever snaps into place.
4. Connect the power cord to the power supply.
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