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Management module removal and replacement
This section describes how to remove and replace a management module (MM). Each device can have one or two management
modules. They reside in slots M1 and M2. There must be at least one management module installed for the chassis to operate.
Time and items required
The replacement procedure for the management module takes approximately 30 minutes. The following items are required for the
management module replacement:
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ESD grounding strap
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Workstation computer
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Serial cable
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IP address of an FTP server for backing up the configuration
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#2 Phillips screwdriver
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Replacement management module
Faulty management module indicators
Confirm that you need to replace the management module. The following events might indicate that a management module is faulty:
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The status LED on the management module is lit steady amber, or the power LED is not lit.
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The management module does not respond to Telnet commands, or the serial console is not available.
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The show mm command does not show that the management module is enabled.
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Additional information from the show mm command indicates a problem.
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The clock is inaccurate, or the management module does not boot up or shut down normally.
For more information about error messages, refer to the Network OS Message Reference .
Recording critical configuiration information
Back up the chassis configuration before you replace a management module. Refer to Recording critical configuiration information for
backup information.
Removing a management module
Refer to ESD precautions on page 101 before removing a management module.
The chassis continues to operate while a management module is being replaced if the redundant management module is active and a
failover has already occurred.
Complete the following steps to remove a management module. Refer to the illustration provided with the procedure.
1. Remove any cables connected to the module.
2. Unscrew the captive screws from both ejectors using the Phillips screwdriver.
3. Rotate both ejectors simultaneously toward the center of the module.
4. Pull the management module out of the chassis by the ejectors.
Removal and Replacement Procedures
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