Upgrading a Multicarrier G2 Universal Module to Avaya
DEFINITY Server R EPN running Avaya Communication
Manager
555-233-115
5-20
Issue 7 November 2003
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Four spare carrier ground straps
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Wrist ground strap
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Repair kit for backplane pins (KS-22876 L2 or equivalent)
Follow Routine Preventive Maintenance
During the upgrade, follow routine preventive maintenance procedures on the
system to be upgraded. For information about the procedures and necessary
equipment, refer to the “Preventive Maintenance” section in Maintenance for
Avaya DEFINITY Server R.
Label Cables
To make reconnecting the cables simpler and more reliable, label both ends of the
connector cables associated with the carrier to be removed.
Remove Module Control Carrier(s)
Check Link Status
1. Type display communication-interface links and press
Enter
. Write down
all enabled links.
2. Type status link number and press
Enter
. Repeat this step for all links.
3. Write down which links are in service.
Power Down G2 System
1. At the common control’s power distribution unit, set the main circuit breaker
to OFF.
2. At the universal module’s power distribution unit, set the main circuit
breaker to OFF.
Install Power-Failure Transfer Ground Wire
!
CAUTION:
To avoid contaminating single-point ground, do not connect the ground wire
while the system is powered up.
1. Connect a 10 AWG (#25) (2.6 mm
2
) wire to pin 49 of the connecting block
or to pin 49 of the CAP (cable access panel) on the power-failure transfer
panel.
2. Route the opposite end of the wire to an approved ground and connect.