R FR 5041 Reference Manual. Rev 1.3
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Module Installation
The R FR 5041 can accept 4 standard Series 5000 CardModules. There is no restriction
of type of module or function; any combination can be mixed as required. Some of the
more complex modules will require a double height backplane (for I/O reasons) and these
will occupy two slots.
If you ordered the R FR 5041 complete with modules then the chassis will be supplied
with the modules pre-installed and tested and the system is ready to be used. If you are
adding modules to the chassis yourself, then please follow the instructions below.
1. Unpack the CardModule from its shipping carton. The module is supplied with the
required backplane assembly.
Please take static precautions when handling the
modules, as the modules are extremely sensitive to ESD.
2. Locate an empty slot in the R FR 5041 and remove the cover plate from the rear of
the rack in the corresponding position (2 screws).
3. Install the backplane onto the rack using the 2 screws provided.
4. Slide the CardModule into the corresponding rack slot from the front of the rack*, do
this slowly and ease into the rear connector. If this is difficult or requires excessive
force then please stop and check the rear panel installation. The module should be
fairly easy to slide into the rear connector.
*Note.
Each module slot is equipped with a mechanical retainer which is used to prevent
the modules becoming unplugged in situations involving a lot of vibration (i.e. Mobile
applications). Slide the retainer up with your finger to access the module guide slot.
When the module is all the way in; slide the retainer back down to lock the module in
position. See below:
Slide retainer up to insert module, and down to lock into place
