Extreme Networks VSP 4900 Series - Safety Considerations for Installing Switches; What You Will Need for the Installation

7 Installing Expansion Modules
Installing a Versatile Interface Module in a VSP 4900 Series Switch
This chapter describes how to install expansion modules:
•
Versatile interface modules (VIM5s)
Note
Read the information in this chapter thoroughly before trying install or remove an expansion
module.
Installing a Versatile Interface Module in a VSP 4900 Series Switch
This section describes how to install a versatile interface module (VIM5) in the front slot of a VSP 4900
switch.
You need the following tools and materials to install a VIM5:
•
ESD-preventive wrist strap
•
#2 Phillips screwdriver
Caution
Extreme Networks VIM5s are not hot-swappable. Disconnect power to the switch before
removing an installed VIM5 or installing a new VIM5.
To install a versatile interface module, follow these steps:
1 Attach the ESD wrist strap to your wrist and connect the metal end to an appropriate ground point
on the rack.
2 Ensure that the switch is completely powered down.
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