Cisco 7200 Series

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Cisco Systems, Inc.
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Cisco 7200 Series Memory Replacement
Instructions
Product Numbers: MEM-NPE-8MB=, MEM-NPE-16MB=, MEM-NPE-32MB=,
MEM-NPE-64MB=, MEM-NPE-128MB=, MEM-I/O-FLC8M=, MEM-I/O-FLC16M=,
MEM-NPE-FLC20M=
This document explains how to replace the main, Flash, and ROM monitor memory for the
Cisco 7200 series routers. Read this entire document before upgrading the memory in your router.
Note Use this document in conjunction with the Cisco 72xx Installation and Configuration Guide
that shipped with your Cisco 7200 series router.
This document contains the following sections:
• Additional Information, page 2
• Cisco 7200 Series Overview, page 3
• Memory Systems Overview, page 6
• Installation Prerequisites, page 9
— List of Parts and Tools, page 9
— Safety Guidelines, page 9
— Ensuring Easy Access to the Router, page 11
• Removing and Replacing Memory SIMMs and the Boot ROM, page 12
— Powering Down the Router and Disconnecting Input Power, page 13
— Removing the Input/Output Controller, page 14
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Cisco 7200 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Cisco
Model	7200 Series
Category	Network Router
Language	English

Summary

Cisco 7200 Series Overview

Memory Systems Overview

Installation Prerequisites

List of Parts and Tools

Identifies necessary components and tools for memory replacement procedures.

Safety Guidelines

Outlines critical safety precautions for working with electronic equipment and preventing damage.

Ensuring Easy Access to the Router

Provides guidance on preparing the physical environment for router access and component replacement.

Memory and Boot ROM Replacement Procedures

Powering Down and Disconnecting Router Power

Details safe shutdown and power disconnection steps before maintenance on router components.

Removing the InputOutput Controller

Step-by-step instructions for safely removing the I/O controller module from the router chassis.

Removing the Network Processing Engine

Provides instructions for safely detaching and removing the network processing engine from its slot.

Removing Memory SIMMs

Explains the process for safely removing existing memory SIMMs from router components.

Installing New Memory SIMMs

Guides users on correctly installing new memory SIMMs into the router's components.

Removing the Boot ROM

Details the procedure for safely removing the boot ROM device from its socket.

Installing a New Boot ROM

Provides instructions for correctly installing a replacement boot ROM device into the socket.

Replacing the InputOutput Controller

Step-by-step instructions for reinstalling the I/O controller module into the router chassis.

Replacing the Network Processing Engine

Guides users on correctly reinserting the network processing engine into its chassis slot.

Reconnecting Input Power and Powering Up the Router

Explains how to safely reconnect power and boot the router after component replacement.

Flash Memory Card Installation and Removal

AC-Input Power Supply Procedures

Removing an AC-Input Power Supply

Details the steps to safely remove an AC-input power supply unit from the router.

Installing an AC-Input Power Supply

Guides users on correctly installing a new AC-input power supply unit into the router.

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