What to do next
A line card may be installed in the chassis during the OIR process for the following reasons:
• As a replacement.
• As an upgrade.
• After the downstream or upstream PHY module was replaced or upgraded.
When a line card is installed in the chassis for any of the above-stated reasons, use the hw-module slot reload
command to reload the line card.
Installing the DOCSIS MAC Interface and PIC Card
Installing Digital PIC in the Cisco cBR Chassis
If you are adding more interface line cards or upgrading the existing line cards, ensure that the power modules
installed in the chassis are adequate to support the line cards.
Warning
Perform this procedure to install the following PICs:
• Digital Through PIC
• Digital PIC Blank card
Do not leave a PIC slot empty in order to avoid critical thermal alarms relating to overheating of individual
components.
Do not install any Blank PICs between any two Through PICs.
Caution
Before you begin
• Be aware of the weight and size of the equipment. Handle it with care.
• Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap to your wrist and connect the other end to the grounding lug
connected to the chassis.
Required Tools and Equipment
• ESD-preventive wrist strap
• 3/16" flat-blade torque screwdriver
• Digital Through PIC or Digital PIC Blank Card
Step 1 Grasp the faceplate of the PIC with one hand and place your other hand under the PIC to support its weight.
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