Harmonic ProStream 9100 - Inserting;Replacing IPC Cards

Chapter 4 Maintenance
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Inserting/Replacing IPC Cards
NOTE: The cover must never be removed. The illustrated figures show no cover for ease of explanation.
NOTE: Make sure that the module goes into the device smoothly without binding or scraping other
modules. The module should slide easily until you feel the module engage the internal connector, and you
see that the module is flush with the back of the device. Do not force the module.
2. Secure the module to the chassis using a Phillips-head screwdriver, as shown in Figure 4–10,
step 2.
Inserting/Replacing IPC Cards
Usually, ProStream 9100 with ACE
TM
(Agile Compression Engine) devices are shipped with
Transcoding modules installed according to the hardware configuration required by the customer.
Transcoding specifications per ProStream 9100 with ACE are as follows.
In case you need to install or replace a transcoding module, or other IPC, handle it according to
the following instructions to avoid any damage.
To remove an IPC Card:
1. Unplug the device.
2. Remove the bezel from the chassis as described in Removing and Replacing the Bezel.
It is not necessary to remove the cover from the ProStream 9100 to remove an IPC. If you
want to remove the cover, use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screws from the top
of the chassis.
3. Remove the fan tray assembly from the chassis as described in Removing and Replacing the Fan
Tray.
4. With a Phillips-head screwdriver, remove the screw attaching the card retaining device to the
chassis, as shown in
Figure 4–11.
Table 4–1: Transcoding specifications
Item Specification
Transcoding module Up to four
Transcoding chips Five per transcoding module
Services (channels) 5 HD services per card
Up to 20 services per box