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Stage 64 PSU Replacement
Stage 64 PSU Replacement
This document shows how to replace the PSUs (Power Supply Units) in Avid
®
VENUE Stage 64 I/O units.
Stage 64 units have two PSUs for redundancy. The procedure is similar when replacing either PSU, and any differences are noted in this
guide.
After collecting the required items, listed below, proceed to
.
Required Items
This procedure requires the following items:
• Replacement PSU
• 4x cable ties (nylon, 14W or similar)
• #1 Phillips screwdriver (6-inch or longer)
• A clean, padded work surface
• Anti-static wrist strap (not included). Make sure you are electrically grounded and discharge static before working
Prepare the I/O Rack Unit
Do the following to prepare your Stage 64:
1
Shut down your VENUE system and power down your Stage 64.
2
Disconnect all cables from your Stage 64.
3
Remove the back panel by loosening the eight captive thumbscrews completely, using a #2 Phillips screwdriver if necessary, and set
the panel aside.
Figure 1. Rear view of Stage 64 showing left and right PSUs (shown at left) and a replacement PSU (shown at right)
Right
Left
Figure 2. Stage 64 back panel captive thumbscrews
