SwitchBlade Bandwidth Expander
Quick Install Guide
SwitchBlade Bandwidth Expander Quick Install Guide
Document Number C613-04041-01 REV A.
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Quick Install Guide 3
Documentation Roadmap
SwitchBlade
Safety and Statutory Information Booklet
Hardware Reference
Software Reference
Chassis & Fan Tray Quick Install Guide
Power Supply Unit Quick Install Guide
Switch Controller Quick Install Guide
Line Card Quick Install Guide
Bandwidth Expander Quick Install Guide
CAM Quick Install Guide
General Customer Support
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Models Covered By This Guide
This Quick Install Guide includes information on installing the following
bandwidth expander:
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AT-SB4251 Bandwidth Expander
Information on installing switch controllers can be found in the SwitchBlade
Switch Controller Quick Install Guide.
Quick Install Guide updates can be downloaded from
www.alliedtelesyn.co.nz/support/switchblade/.
Package Contents
The following items are included with each bandwidth expander. Contact your
sales representative if any items are damaged or missing.
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One bandwidth expander.
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One Bandwidth Expander Quick Install Guide.
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One Safety and Statutory Information booklet.
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One warranty card.
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Installing A Bandwidth Expander
Bandwidth expanders can be hot swapped. There is no need to power down the switch
when installing or removing a bandwidth expander.
Follow these steps to install a bandwidth expander:
1. Read the safety information
The SwitchBlade Safety and Statutory Information booklet includes all
relevant safety information. A copy of the safety booklet is supplied with
each bandwidth expander. A PDF version can be found on the CD-ROM
that ships with every switch controller and every chassis, or can be
downloaded from www.alliedtelesyn.co.nz/support/switchblade/.
2. Gather the tools and equipment you will need
To loosen or secure the bandwidth expander’s mounting screws you will
need a Phillips #2 screwdriver.
3. Prepare the bandwidth expander
In an antistatic environment, remove the bandwidth expander from its
packing material. Be sure to observe ESD precautions.
Do not attempt to install a bandwidth expander without observing correct
antistatic procedures. Failure to do so may damage the bandwidth expander
and chassis. If you are unsure what the correct procedures are, contact your
authorised Allied Telesyn distributor or reseller.
An ESD socket is provided on the front panel of the SwitchBlade chassis. The socket is
designed to be used in conjunction with an ESD wrist strap.
4. On switch controller bay B, remove the faceplate, existing switch controller or
existing bandwidth expander
Bandwidth expanders can only be installed in the SwitchBlade 4 (AT-SB4104)
chassis, and can only be installed in switch controller bay B.
To remove a blank faceplate:
Loosen the faceplate’s two Phillips mounting screws until they disengage
from the chassis, then remove the faceplate.
Keep the faceplate for future use. If you should remove the bandwidth expander, replace
the faceplate to prevent dust and debris from entering the chassis and to maintain proper
airflow.
The switch may overheat or be damaged by dust and debris if bays are left
uncovered.
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To remove an existing switch controller or bandwidth expander:
Loosen the controller’s or expander’s two Phillips screws until they
disengage from the chassis.
Move the controller or expander ejector levers to the unlocked position (see
Figure 1 on page -5).
Slide the controller or expander out of the chassis, keeping the card in a
straight alignment so that it doesn’t jam.
Figure 1: Ejector levers.
5. Insert the new bandwidth expander
Make sure the expander’s metal back-panel is aligned with the card guides
(see Figure 2 on page -5).
With the ejector levers in the unlocked position (see Figure 1 on page -5),
carefully slide the expander into the chassis.
When inserting a bandwidth expander, take care to slide the expander’s metal
back-panel along both guides at an equal rate. If an expander becomes tight, it
must not be forced. Instead, gently withdraw the expander and try again, taking
extra care to keep the expander aligned with the card guides. Forcing a
misaligned or jammed bandwidth expander is likely to damage the expander or
chassis.
The ejectors’ locking mechanisms should align with their slots in the
chassis (see Figure 3 on page -6).
Figure 2: Card guides.
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Figure 3: Ejector lever and locking slot.
6. Secure the bandwidth expander
Move the ejector levers to the locked position and tighten the expander ’s
two Phillips screws (see Figure 1 on page -5).
7. Verify the installation
Use the SHOW SYSTEM command to verify that the switch has recognised
the bandwidth expander. If there is no bandwidth expander entry in the
output, recognition has failed.
If recognition fails, repeat the installation process, paying particular
attention to steps 5 and 6.
If the reinstallation fails, see the SwitchBlade Hardware Reference, which has
further troubleshooting information.
Where To Find More Information
Sources of further information:
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The Documentation and Tools CD-ROM, bundled with every switch
controller and every chassis, contains the complete Documentation Set for
your switch and its expansion options, as well as tools for managing the
switch.
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The SwitchBlade Safety and Statutory Information Booklet provides safety and
statutory information for the SwitchBlade and its accessories.
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The SwitchBlade Hardware Reference provides detailed information on the
switch and its hardware features.
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The SwitchBlade Software Reference provides detailed information on
configuring the switch and its software.
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The SwitchBlade Power Supply Unit Quick Install Guide outlines the
procedure for installing AC and DC power supply units.
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The SwitchBlade Switch Controller Quick Install Guide outlines the procedure
for installing switch controllers.
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The SwitchBlade Chassis and Fan Tray Quick Install Guide outlines the
procedure for installing chassis and fan trays.
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The CAM Quick Install Guide outlines the procedure for installing Content
Addressable Memory.
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www.alliedtelesyn.co.nz/support/switchblade/
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