Cisco Firepower Management Centers, MC750, MC1500, MC2000, MC4000 Instructions Manual
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APPENDIX
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Memory Upgrade Instructions for Firepower
Management Centers
This section describes how to replace the memory modules that are located internally within your Cisco
Firepower Management Center. You need to remove the cover from the appliance to replace these items.
The document contains the following sections:
• Memory Upgrade Overview, page A-1
• Working in an ESD Environment, page A-2
• Safety Warnings, page A-2
• Removing the Chassis Cover, page A-3
• Removing the Processor Air Duct, page A-6
• Replacing the DIMMs, page A-9
• Installing the Processor Air Duct, page A-14
• Installing the Chassis Cover, page A-18
Memory Upgrade Overview
As additional software feature enhancements are introduced the minimum memory requirements are
changing for the Firepower Management Centers MC750 (Rev. 1 or Rev. 2), MC1500, and MC3500
models. Appliances that do not meet the minimum memory requirement are not supported.
Table A-1 outlines the RAM upgrade requirements.
Table A-1 Overview of RAM Upgrade Requirements
Management Center
Model
MC750 (Rev. 1) 4GB (1 4GB module) A1 8GB (2 4GB modules)
MC750 (Rev. 2) 4GB (1 4GB module) A1 8GB (2 4GB modules)
MC1500 12 GB (3 x 4GB modules) A1, B1, and C1 48 GB (3 x 16GB modules)
MC3500 12 GB (3 x 4GB modules) A1, B1, and C1 48 GB (3 x 16GB modules)
Default Shipping RAM
(prior to December 2014)
DIMM
Locations
New RAM Requirements
(after December 2014)
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Working in an ESD Environment
Upgraded Default RAM in Shipping Firepower 7000 and 8000 Series Management Centers
All Firepower MC750, MC1500, and MC3500 Management Centers will ship with additional default
memory to meet the memory requirements beginning in December 2014.
Note Firepower MC1500 and MC3500 Management Centers already deployed prior to December 2014 should
function as intended with the default 12 GB of installed RAM. Contact Cisco regarding RAM upgrade
options for your particular deployment if you encounter performance issues.
Upgrade Paths for Existing Firepower Management Centers
Table A-2 lists the memory upgrade kits that will enable customers to upgrade their existing Firepower
Management Centers in order to deploy the latest software release.
Caution You must remove all installed DIMMs and replace them with the modules from the upgrade kit.
Table A-2 Memory Upgrade Kits for Firepower Management Centers
Memory Kits Applicable Management Center Models
FS750-MEM-KIT= MC750 (Rev. 1)
MC750 (Rev. 2)
FS3500-MEM-KIT=
FS3500-MEM-U=
MC1500
MC3500
Working in an ESD Environment
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage equipment and impair electrical circuitry. ESD damage occurs
when electronic components are improperly handled and can result in complete or intermittent failures.
Always follow ESD-prevention procedures when you remove and replace components. Ensure that the
chassis is electrically connected to earth ground. Wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap, ensuring that it
makes good skin contact. Connect the grounding clip to an unpainted surface of the chassis frame to
safely ground unwanted ESD voltages. To guard against ESD damage and shocks, the wrist strap and
cord must operate properly. If no wrist strap is available, ground yourself by touching the metal part of
the chassis.
Caution For the safety of your equipment, periodically check the resistance value of the anti-static strap. It should
be between 1 and 10 megohms (Mohm).
Safety Warnings
This section contains important safety warnings for the installation and use of the appliance.
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Removing the Chassis Cover
Warning
Warning
Warning
Warning
Warning
Before working on a system that has an On/Off switch, turn OFF the power and unplug the power
cord. Statement 1
Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this
equipment. Statement 1030
This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment
in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical
inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available.
Statement 1024
Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity.
Statement 1001
Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source. Statement
1004
Warning
Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and
regulations. Statement 1040
Removing the Chassis Cover
Firepower Management Centers have covers that slide off the rear of the chassis. There are slight
differences between chassis models which are described in the following sections:
• Removing the Cover from Firepower Management Center 750, page A-3
• Removing the Cover from Firepower Management Center 1500 and 3500, page A-5
Removing the Cover from Firepower Management Center 750
The procedure for removing the cover from a Firepower Management Center 750 differs depending on
the revision of the appliance (Rev. 1 or Rev. 2). See Figure A-1 for an illustration of the MC750 Rev. 1
chassis. See Figure A-2 for an illustration of the MC750 Rev. 2 chassis.
To remove the cover from a Firepower MC750:
Note A nonskid surface or a stop behind the MC750 (Rev. 1 or Rev. 2) may be needed to prevent the device
from sliding on your work surface.
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Removing the Chassis Cover
Step 1 Observe the ESD precautions described in Working in an ESD Environment, page A-2 and the safety
precautions described in Safety Warnings, page A-2.
Step 2 Remove the security screws from the front of the chassis:
• For Rev. 1, there are two (2) screws (see “1” in Figure A-1).
• For Rev. 2, there are three (3) screws (see “1” in Figure A-2).
Step 3 Remove the security screw from the rear of the chassis. See “2” in Figure A-1 and Figure A-2.
Step 4 Slide the cover towards the rear by pushing on the blue grip points on the chassis cover:
• For Rev. 1, there is one (1) grip point (see “3” in Figure A-1).
• For Rev. 2, there are two (2) grip points (see “3” in Figure A-2).
Step 5 Lift the over off and set aside.
What to Do Next:
• Remove the processor air duct as described in the “Removing the Processor Air Duct from
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Firepower Management Center 750” section on page A-6.
Figure A-1 Removing the Cover from a MC750 Rev. 1
1 Front security screws 3 Rubber grip point
2 Rear security screw 4 Top cover
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Figure A-2 Removing the Cover from a MC750 Rev. 2
1 Front security screws 3 Rubber grip points
2 Rear security screw 4 Top cover
Removing the Chassis Cover
Removing the Cover from Firepower Management Center 1500 and 3500
The MC1500 and MC3500 Management Centers share some of the same form factors. The following
procedure can apply to either device.
To remove the cover from a Firepower MC1500 or MC3500:
Note A nonskid surface or a stop behind the MC1500 or MC3500 may be needed to prevent the device from
sliding on your work surface.
Step 1 Observe the ESD precautions described in Working in an ESD Environment, page A-2 and the safety
precautions described in <Blue>Safety Warnings on page 2.
Step 2 Remove the security screw if it is installed (see “1” in Figure A-3).
Step 3 Cut the warranty label on the unit if it is intact.
Step 4 While holding in the blue button on the top of the chassis (see “3” in Figure A-3), slide the top cover
back until it stops (see “4” in Figure A-3).
• On the MC1500, the button is on the left.
Step 5 Insert your finger in the notch (see “2” in Figure A-3) and lift the cover upward to remove it.
• On the MC3500, the button is on the right as shown in Figure A-3.
What to Do Next:
• Remove the processor air duct as described in the “Removing the Processor Air Duct from
Firepower Management Center 1500 and 3500” section on page A-8.
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Figure A-3 Removing the Cover from a MC1500 or MC3500
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1 Security screw 3 Top cover
2 Button 4 Notch
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Removing the Processor Air Duct
Firepower Management Centers operate with processor air ducts in place. The air ducts are required for
proper airflow within the chassis. It is necessary to remove the air ducts to gain full access to the DIMM
sockets on the chassis. There are some differences between chassis models which are described in the
following sections:
• Removing the Processor Air Duct from Firepower Management Center 750, page A-6
• Removing the Processor Air Duct from Firepower Management Center 1500 and 3500, page A-8
Removing the Processor Air Duct from Firepower Management Center 750
The procedure for removing the air duct from a Firepower MC750 differs depending on the revision of
the appliance (Rev. 1 or Rev. 2). See Figure A-4 for an illustration of the MC750 Rev. 1 chassis. See
Figure A-5 for an illustration of the MC750 Rev. 2 chassis.
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To remove the processor air duct from a Firepower MC750:
Step 1 Observe the ESD precautions described in Working in an ESD Environment, page A-2 and the safety
precautions described in Safety Warnings, page A-2.
Step 2 Lift the processor air duct from its location behind the system cooling fans:
• For Rev. 1 chassis see “1” in Figure A-4)
• For Rev. 2 chassis see “1” in Figure A-5).
Step 3 Set the air duct aside.
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