SNC 5100
82 Removing and Replacing the GBIC
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Removing and Replacing the GBIC
Caution
Shut down the host systems to ensure that all I/O through the SNC 5100 has
stopped.
Removing the GBIC
Caution
You must stop I/O at the Fibre Channel host.
Step 1. Review “Handling Electrostatic Discharge-Sensitive Parts” on
page 81.
Step 2. Unplug the Fibre Channel cable.
Step 3. Slide the GBIC out of the slot.
Step 4. Place the GBIC in a static-protective bag.
Replacing the GBIC
Caution
You must stop I/O at the Fibre Channel host.
Step 1. Review “Handling Electrostatic Discharge-Sensitive Parts” on
page 81.
Step 2. Insert the known good GBIC into the slot.
Step 3. Remove the dust caps from a known good GBIC.
Step 4. Plug the Fibre Channel cables back in, being sure to use the correct
polarity.
Step 5. If you were sent here by another MAP, return to it.
Before Removing or Replacing the Unit
These steps are performed if a repair action is required for any component of
the SNC 5100, except for a GBIC.