IBM SAN768B-2, Installation, Service And User Manual

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Chapter 6. Installing new features
Attention: Refer to “Safety notices and labels” on page xiii before performing
any service or installation procedures.
The SAN768B-2 can be upgraded with any of the following hot-pluggable features
while the SAN768B-2 is operational. Refer to the individual feature installation
instructions for any possible exceptions.
Use this chapter as a starting point when installing new features on an existing
SAN768B-2. Installation instructions link from here to the appropriate sections.
v “FC3632, FC3648- Installing a 16-Gb port port blade (32 or 48 ports)”
v
“FC3864 - Installing an 8-Gb 64-port port blade” on page 117
v “FC3890 - Installing an FX8-24 extension blade” on page 119
v
“FC7871 - Installing a QSFP and inter-chassis license” on page 120
FC3632, FC3648- Installing a 16-Gb port port blade (32 or 48 ports)
These features can be installed while the SAN768B-2 is operational.
Attention:
Follow these precautions for all procedures in this section to avoid
damaging the port blades or chassis:
v Wear a grounded ESD strap when handling a port blade (see “ESD precautions”
on page xix).
v
Carefully remove the protective strip (if any) covering the blade connectors
before installing any blades.
v Do not force the port blade installation. If the port blade does not slide in easily,
ensure that it is correctly aligned inside the rail guides before continuing.
Installing a port blade with incorrect alignment damages both the chassis and
the replacement part.
v
Hold the port blade by the edges of the metal pan. Do not use the ejectors to
hold a port blade.
v
Disassembling any part of a port blade voids the part warranty and regulatory
certifications. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the port blade.
These instructions cover installing a new FC3632 or FC3648 in the SAN768B-2
chassis.
Time required
20 minutes or less per port blade.
Items required
v
ESD (electrostatic discharge) grounding strap
v Workstation computer
v
Port blade
v Phillips screwdriver
v
SFP+ transceivers (as needed)
v Optical cables (as needed)
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