Cabletron Systems BRIM-A6, User Manual

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Installing BRIMs
BRIM-A6 User’s Guide Page 2-5
8. Place the BRIM behind the MIM faceplate. See Figure 2-3.
9. Insert the connector pins of the BRIM-A6 into the BRIM connector on
the MIM.
10. Press down firmly on the back of the BRIM until the pins slide all the
way into the connector holes.
11. Reinstall the mounting screws and the standoff screws.
12. Reinstall the MIM in the MMAC.
13. Reattach all MMAC power cords.
14. Reattach the network cabling to the MIM.
15. Refer to Chapter 3 for instructions on configuring the BRIM-A6 using
Local Management.
2.3.2 Installing a BRIM in a Hub
To install a BRIM-A6 into a standalone hub that supports BRIM
technology:
1. Power down the hub and remove the power cord.
2. Disconnect all cables from the hub. Note the ports to which these
cables attach.
3. Attach the disposable grounding strap to your wrist (refer to the
instructions outlined on the disposable grounding strap package).
4. Remove the hub chassis cover (refer to your specific hub
documentation for instructions on removing the hub chassis cover).
NOTE
Ensure that the standoffs on the MIM align with the standoff
screw holes on the BRIM.
Ensure that you remove the power cord and ONLY the screws
required to remove the chassis cover. Failure to comply could
result in an electric shock hazard.
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