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Chapter 6 Installing IPS-4260
Removing and Replacing the Chassis Cover
Note
Removing the appliance chassis cover does not affect your Cisco warranty. Upgrading IPS-4260 does
not require any special tools and does not create any radio frequency leaks.
To remove and replace the chassis cover, follow these steps:
Step 1
Log in to the CLI.
Step 2
Prepare IPS-4260 to be powered off:
sensor#
reset powerdown
Wait for the power down message before continuing with Step 3.
Note
You can also power down IPS-4260 using IDM. For the procedure, refer to
Resetting the
Appliance
.
Step 3
Power off IPS-4260.
Step 4
Remove the power cord and other cables from IPS-4260.
Step 5
If rack-mounted, remove IPS-4260 from the rack.
For the procedure, see
Rack Mounting, page 6-9
.
Step 6
Place IPS-4260 in an ESD-controlled environment.
For more information, see
Working in an ESD Environment, page 1-25
.
Step 7
Press the blue button on the top of the chassis cover and slide the chassis cover back.
Caution
Do not operate IPS-4260 without the chassis cover installed. The chassis cover protects the internal
components, prevents electrical shorts, and provides proper air flow for cooling the electronic
components.
Step 8
To replace the chassis cover, position it at the back of the chassis and slide it on until it snaps into place.
Step 9
Reattach the power cord and other cables to IPS-4260.
For the procedure, see
Installing IPS-4260, page 6-14
.
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