Before removing the blade, consider the following:
Before removing any cables from a blade, note the cable order (identify each cable by its physical port).
It is a good practice to create a table of cable-to-port mapping for reference.
If multiple blades are being replaced, replace one blade at a time.
About this task
Perform the following steps to remove a port or extension blade from the unit while the system power is on. This procedure is applicable for all the port and extension blades supported on the device.
Procedure
Remove the chassis door.
Check the blade power and status LEDs and port status LEDs on the front of each blade to identify any possible problems.
Before replacing a blade, establish a Telnet or console connection to determine failure and verify operation after replacement. Use the switchShow and slotShow commands to view the status of the blades.
Check for adequate cable slack. Ensure there is plenty of cable slack to remove a blade without cable obstruction.
Ensure that the part number on the unit being replaced matches the replacement part number. The chassisShow command displays information about the blades, including part numbers (xx-xxxxxxx-xx), serial numbers, and additional status.
Ensure that traffic is not flowing through the blade (port status LED should be off) prior to disconnecting cables.
Disconnect all cables and remove transceivers from the blade.
If removing an extension blade, perform the following steps:
Delete all fciptunnel configurations using the portcfg fciptunnel slot/vePort delete command.
Delete all IP routes defined on the blade to be removed using the portcfg iproute delete command.
Delete all IP interfaces (IPIFs) defined on the blade using the portcfg ipif slot/geX delete command.
If
logical switches are used on the switch, move all blade ports back to the default logical switch.
Refer to the lscfg command in the Fabric OS Command Reference Manual for
details.
Note: If you are removing the extension blade to install in a different slot, you must remove configuration using the preceding steps, then reconfigure the blade in the new slot. If you move the blade without performing these steps and the blade faults, you must move the blade to the original slot and remove configuration.
Loosen the captive screws for both ejector handles on the blade using a #1 Phillips screwdriver.
Loosening the screws initiates a hot-swap request and disconnects power from the blade. The spring-loaded captive screws will pop out from the slot .63 cm (.25 in.) when fully disengaged. Do not eject the blade using blade handles until the screws disengage from the slot and the power LED is off.
Grasp both ejector handles and simultaneously pull them away from the center of the blade using equal pressure to approximately 45 degrees (fully open).
As you move the handles, you will hear connectors disengaging from the backplane connector and possibly a slight popping noise. This is normal and is due to the dense backplane. The blade will move out approximately 1.27 cm (.5 in.) from the slot when fully disengaged.
Pull the blade out from the slot slightly using the ejector handles until you can grasp the blade edges with your hands. Before touching the blade, ensure that it has cooled sufficiently.
CAUTION:
To avoid damaging blade and chassis, do not push the blade into a slot or pull the blade from a slot using the ejector handles.
Continue pulling the blade from the slot by the blade edges. As you slide out the blade, place one hand under it for support. Do not support the blade by the injector handles after removal.
Figure 1. Removing and Replacing a Port or Extension BladeFigure 2. Removing and Replacing Port or Extension Blade
If the blade is not being replaced by another blade, install a filler panel and reinstall the chassis door. The filler panel is required for proper chassis cooling. The door is required to meet EMI compliance.
