Appendix E
Maintenance and Field Replacement
The following topics are covered in this section:
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E.1
Considerations
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All fans and power supplies are hot swappable.
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The switch can be running while a power supply is being installed or removed, but the power supply
being replaced must not be connected to a power source.
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All slots must be filled or covered with a blank for operation (even though power supply or fans may
not be functional).
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Replacement parts should be the same or compatible with those being replaced.
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Before you begin, refer to the Arista Networks document Safety Information and Translated Safety
Warnings available at:
https://www.arista.com/en/support/product-documentation
Note: Refer to the front (
) panel illustrations of your
device to locate the appropriate LED, the release lever or handle, and the handle for the
power supply and fan modules.
E.2
Power Supplies
The following steps are required when removing power supplies from a switch:
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E.2.1
Removing a Power Supply
1. Ground yourself with an ESD wrist strap.
2. Power down the power supply to be removed by disconnecting the AC power cable.
3. Push the power supply release lever and remove the power supply.
E.2.2
Installing a Power Supply
You must make space for installing the power supply by removing an existing one (
).
1. Remove the replacement power supply from its packaging.
2. Slide the new power supply into the empty slot.
3. Slide the new power supply into the switch until the power supply is fully seated and the release
lever snaps into place.
4. Connect the power cord to the power supply.
5. Verify the LED(s) on the power supply.
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