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Rapier Series Switch
C613-03020-00 REV K
Installing a PAC
PACs can be installed in all Rapier switches except the Rapier 48, Rapier 48
i
,
Rapier 48w, Rapier G6, and Rapier G6F.
PACs should only be installed by authorised service personnel. Unauthorised
opening of the switch’s lid may cause danger of injury from electric shock,
damage to the switch, and invalidation of the product warranty.
Before you begin
1.
Check that you have the correct tools and equipment.
You will need a medium-sized posidrive screwdriver.
2.
Avoid injury by working in a safe environment.
The workspace should be free of hazards, and there should be sufficient
room to lay out the switch, PAC, and tools.
3.
Unpack the PAC in an antistatic environment.
Do not attempt to install any hardware without observing correct antistatic
procedures. Failure to do so may damage the switch or PAC. If you are unsure
what the ‘correct’ procedures are, contact your authorised Allied Telesis
distributor or reseller.
To install a PAC
1.
If fitted, disconnect the switch’s redundant power supply.
2.
Disconnect the mains power cord.
Before removing the switch’s lid, the power cord and, if connected, RPS power
cord should be disconnected to reduce risk of electrical shock.
3.
Remove all interface cables.
4.
Remove the switch’s lid.
The switch may need to be removed from any rack mounting system
before its lid can be removed.
Using a posidrive screwdriver, remove the 12 screws that secure the
switch’s lid. There are 5 screws located in countersunk holes on each side
of the lid, and 2 screws at the rear.
5.
If not already installed, install the PAC pillars.
Each PAC is shipped with six pillars (three plastic and three metal). If
installing the PAC in a Rapier 24, use the plastic pillars. If installing the
PAC in any other model of Rapier, use the metal pillars.
Carefully screw the appropriate pillars into the three threaded pillar
mounts on the switch’s base board. The pillars should be firm but not
overtight.
Figure 27 on page 57
shows the PAC pillar mounts on a Rapier base board.
