Figure 6.5. NetWall 6000 Series 2 x QSFP 40 Gigabit Expansion Module
The full connection capabilities of all the Ethernet interface types are listed in
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Adding an Expansion Module
A 6000 Series expansion module is added using a
cold swap
procedure. The steps are as follows:
1.
Shutdown cOS Core and power down the 6000 Series. For safety, disconnecting power
cables is also advised.
2.
Take off the plate covering the empty expansion slot. This is done by first undoing the two
retaining screws on either side of the plate. These screws may need loosening with a
suitable screwdriver before undoing completely by hand. The screws are on springs and will
spring out when they are no longer held by the thread in the chassis.
3.
Attach an earthed
anti-static wrist strap
to the wrist of the hand that will handle the module.
Doing this is strongly advised since expansion modules are not closed units.
4.
With the hand that is correctly earthed, remove the expansion module from its anti-static
bag. Try not to touch any of the exposed electronics when doing this.
5.
Gently insert the expansion module by sliding it into the expansion slot, as shown below.
The module should engage with rails on either side. Do not force it as it may not be properly
aligned or may be the wrong way up.
Figure 6.6. NetWall 6000 Series Expansion Module Installation (Slot 1)
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