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Catalyst RSM/VIP2 and the Dual-Port HSSI Port Adapter 4-3
Removing a Port Adapter
Caution To prevent system problems, do not remove port adapters from the Catalyst RSM/VIP2
motherboard or attempt to install other port adapters on the Catalyst RSM/VIP2 motherboard, while
the system is operating. To install or replace port adapters, first remove the Catalyst RSM/VIP2 from
its interface processor slot.
Caution To prevent interface reconfiguration requirements, we strongly recommend that you
replace a port adapter with the same type of port adapter you removed.
When only one port adapter is installed on a Catalyst RSM/VIP2, a blank port adapter must fill the
empty slot to allow the Catalyst RSM/VIP2 and router chassis to conform to electromagnetic
interference (EMI) emissions requirements, and so that air flows through the chassis properly. If you
plan to install a new port adapter, you must first remove the blank port adapter.
Removing a Port Adapter
Following is the standard procedure for removing a port adapter from a Catalyst RSM/VIP2:
Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap between you and an unfinished chassis surface.
Warning During this procedure, wear grounding wrist straps to avoid ESD damage to the card. Do
not directly touch the backplane with your hand or any metal tool, or you could shock yourself.
Note If you want to install a new port adapter on a Catalyst RSM/VIP2 with a single port
adapter, you must first remove the blank port adapter from the port adapter slot in which
you want to install the new port adapter.
Step 2 For a new port adapter installation or a port adapter replacement, disconnect any interface
cables from the ports on the front of the port adapter (although this is not required). You
can remove the Catalyst RSM/VIP2 with cables attached; however, we do not
recommend it.
Step 3 Remove the Catalyst RSM/VIP2 from the system. To do so, follow the steps in the Route
Switch Module Catalyst VIP2-15 and VIP2-40 Installation and Configuration Note
(Document Number 78-4780-01), which shipped with your Catalyst RSM/VIP2.
Step 4 Place the removed Catalyst RSM/VIP2 on an antistatic mat.
Step 5 Locate the screw at the rear of the port adapter (or blank port adapter) to be replaced. (See
Figure 4-2.) This screw secures the port adapter (or blank port adapter) to its slot.