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Chapter 3. Removing and replacing the RackSwitch and
components
This chapter describes the how to remove and replace the RackSwitch chassis and
the associated RackSwitch components, such as, a fan module, and options, such
as, the 1U air duct option.
When replacing a RackSwitch chassis, all internal components must also be
removed from the chassis and replaced in the new chassis.
For more information to remove and replace the RackSwitch, components and
options, see the following sections.
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“Removing and replacing the RackSwitch chassis unit from a rack”
v
“Removing the AC power supply module” on page 40
v
“Replacing the AC power supply module” on page 40
v “Removing the fan module” on page 41
v
“Replacing the fan module” on page 42
v “Removing the 1U air duct option” on page 42
v
“Removing and replacing the main RackSwitch chassis unit” on page 43
Removing and replacing the RackSwitch chassis unit from a rack
This section describes how to remove the RackSwitch chassis unit from supported
equipment racks. For information about removing the RackSwitch from different
racks, see the following sections:
v “Removing the RackSwitch chassis from a standard equipment rack”
v
“Removing the RackSwitch chassis from a System x or Power rack” on page 36
v “Removing the RackSwitch chassis from an iDataPlex rack” on page 38
Removing the RackSwitch chassis from a standard equipment rack
To remove the RackSwitch from a standard equipment rack, complete the following
steps:
1. Disconnect all cables.
2. Loosen and remove the M6 screws, washers, and clip nuts (or cage nuts) to
remove the switch unit from the rack.
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