The MEM-S1-128MB= memory upgrade kit consists of 2 64-MB dynamic random-access memory
(DRAM) dualinline memory modules (DIMMs). The memory upgrade kit upgrades the total supervisor
engine memory from 64 MB (2 32-MB DIMMs) to 128 MB (2 64-MB DIMMs).
This publication describes how to removeand install the DRAM DIMMson the followingCatalyst 6500
series supervisor engines:
• WS-X6K-S1A-MSFC2
• WS-X6K-SUP1A-PFC
• WS-X6K-SUP1A-2GE
NoteThe WS-X6K-SUP1A-2GE shipped since June 2004 has 128 MB installed as default. Enter the
show version mod command to display the total DRAM installed on the supervisor engine.
• WS-X6K-SUP1A-MSFC—See the following Note statements for information about the
MEM-S1-128MB-UPG= upgrade kit for the WS-X6K-SUP1A-MSFC.
NoteWiththe exceptionof WS-X6K-SUP1A-MSFC, all other Supervisor Engine 1A modules can upgrade to
128-MB DRAM using the MEM-S1-128MB= upgrade kit. To upgrade to 128-MB DRAM on the
WS-X6K-SUP1A-MSFC, use the MEM-S1-128MB-UPG= upgrade kit which also includes an MSFC2
upgrade.
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NoteThe DRAM DIMMs on the Supervisor Engine1A withan MSFC (WS-X6K-SUP1A-MSFC) are located
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beneath the MSFC. The MSFC is not field replaceable. Re-installing the MSFC could damage your
supervisor engine. To upgrade the DRAM, you must also upgrade the MSFC to an MSFC2. Both
upgrades are available in the MEM-S1-128MB-UPG= upgrade kit.
For information on removing the MSFC, refer to the Catalyst 6500 Series Multilayer Switch FeatureCard 2 Installation Note at this URL:
7.xWith software releases 7.5(1) and later, 64-MB DRAM may not provide
adequate free memory forallconfigurations.Withlarge,existingconfigurations
using many features, or when enabling new features available in release 7.5 and
later, 64-MB DRAM might not be enough memory. We recommend upgrading to
128-MB DRAM to ensure that adequate free memory is available to the system at
all times.
Software release 7.6(4)and later 7.6(x)releases are toolargeto fit in the64-MB
DRAM that originally shipped on some Supervisor Engine 1A modules. You
must upgrade to 128-MB DRAM.
8.xWith Catalyst software releases 8.1(1) and later, your Supervisor Engine 1A
configuration requires 128-MB DRAM.
CautionThe supervisor engine is a required system component. If only one supervisor engine is present,
removing it while the system is operating causes the system to halt.
Safety Overview
Safety warnings appear throughout this publication in procedures that may harm you if performed
incorrectly. A warning symbol precedes each warning statement.
Warning
Warning
Warning
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This warning symbolmeans danger. Youare ina situation thatcould cause bodilyinjury.Before you
work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar
with standardpractices for preventing accidents. Use the statement numberprovided at the end of
each warning to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings that accompanied this
device. Statement 1071
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Only trained andqualifiedpersonnel should beallowed toinstall,replace, orservice this equipment.
Statement 1030
Hazardous voltage or energy is present on the backplane whenthe system is operating. Usecaution
when servicing. Statement 1034
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Required Tools
Warning
Blank faceplates and cover panels serve three important functions: they prevent exposure to
hazardous voltages andcurrents insidethe chassis; theycontain electromagneticinterference (EMI)
that might disruptother equipment;and they directthe flowof cooling air through thechassis. Do not
operate thesystem unlessall cards, faceplates, front covers, and rearcovers arein place. Statement
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Required Tools
These tools are required to upgrade the supervisor engine DRAM:
• Antistatic mat or foam pad to support the removed supervisor engine
• 3/16-inch flat-blade screwdriver for the captive installation screws on the supervisor engine
• Number 1 Phillips-head screwdriver for the screws and cap nut that fasten the MSFC2 to the
supervisor engine (if an MSFC2 is installed on the supervisor engine)
• Your own ESD-prevention equipment or the disposable grounding wrist strap included with all
upgrade kits, field-replaceable units (FRUs), and spares
Refer to the Catalyst 6500 Series Switch Installation Guide for the locations of the ESD connectors on
the Catalyst 6500 series switches.
Removing the MSFC2
NoteIf upgrading a supervisor engine withoutanMSFC2 (WS-X6K-SUP1A-PFC orWS-X6K-SUP1A-2GE),
proceed to the “Upgrading the DRAM DIMM” section on page 7 to install the DRAM.
NoteThe DRAM DIMMs on the Supervisor Engine1A withan MSFC (WS-X6K-SUP1A-MSFC) are located
beneath the MSFC. The MSFC is not field replaceable. Re-installing the MSFC could damage your
supervisor engine. To upgrade the DRAM, you must also upgrade the MSFC to an MSFC2. Both
upgrades are available in the MEM-S1-128MB-UPG= upgrade kit.
For information on removing the MSFC, refer to the Catalyst 6500 Series Multilayer Switch FeatureCard 2 Installation Note at this URL:
CautionAlways use an ESD wriststrap when handlingmodules orcoming into contactwith internalcomponents.
Before you remove the supervisor engine, you should first upload the current configuration to a server.
You can recover the configuration by downloading it from the server to the nonvolatile memory of the
supervisor engine.For more information,refer to Chapter26, “Workingwith ConfigurationFiles,”in the
Catalyst 6500 Series Software Configuration Guide.
The DRAM is located beneath the MSFC2. To upgrade the supervisor engine, you must remove the
MSFC2 from the supervisor engine.
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Removing the MSFC2
To remove the MSFC2 from the supervisor engine, follow these steps:
Step 1Upload the current configuration to a server. On any modules running Cisco IOS software, save the
running configuration.
Step 2Remove the supervisor engine from the Catalyst 6500 series switch. (Refer to the Catalyst 6500 Series
Module Installation Guide for removal instructions.)
Step 3Place the supervisor engine on an antistatic mat or foam.
Step 4Remove the securing screws and cap nutthat secure the MSFC2 to the supervisor engine. (See Figure 1
for an MSFC2 shipped before November 2001, or see Figure 2 for an MSFC2 shipped after November
2001.)
NoteThe MSFC2 shipped after November 2001 is physically smaller than the previous MSFC2 and
is not secured with a cap nut. (See Figure 2.)
Figure 1MSFC2 Shipped Before November 2001—Removing Securing Screws and Cap Nut
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Step 5Hold the top edge of the MSFC2 with your right hand and the bottom-left edge with your left hand.
(See Figure 1 for an MSFC2 shipped before November 2001 or Figure 2 for an MSFC2 shipped after
November 2001.) Gently lift the MSFC2 with both hands simultaneously, and remove the MSFC2 from
the supervisor engine.
CautionUse care not to damage the connectors on the supervisor engine. If you damage a connector, you will
have to return the supervisor engine to Cisco for repair.
Step 6Place the MSFC2 on an antistatic mat or antistatic foam pad.
Proceed to the “Upgrading the DRAM DIMM” section on page 7 to install the DRAM.
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Upgrading the DRAM DIMM
Warning
During thisprocedure, weargrounding wrist straps to avoid ESD damage to thecard. Donot directly
touch the backplane with your hand or any metal tool, or you could shock yourself.
This section describes how to remove the existing DIMMs and replace them with the upgrade DIMMs.
The DRAM DIMM location is shown in Figure 3.
NoteThe Supervisor Engine 1A DRAM uses two DIMMs, one stacked on top of the other.
Figure 3DRAM Location
BootROM
BootFlash
DRAM
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CautionAlways use an ESD wriststrap when handlingmodules orcoming into contactwith internalcomponents.
To install the DRAM upgrade, follow these steps:
Step 1Remove the DRAM DIMMs from the socket by pulling the locking spring clips on both sides of the
DIMM holder outward, and tilt the DIMM free of the clips. (See Figure 4.) Be careful not to break the
clips on the DIMM connector.
NoteThe SupervisorEngine 1A DRAM uses two DIMMs, one stacked on top ofthe other. Remove the upper
DIMM first, and then remove the lower DIMM.
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Upgrading the DRAM DIMM
Figure 4Removing the DRAM DIMM
1
2
Step 2Hold the DIMM by its edges, gently lift and remove it, and place it on an antistatic mat or foam.
(See Figure 5.)
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CautionDIMMs are sensitive components that are susceptible to ESD damage. To prevent ESD damage, handle
DIMMs by the edges only; avoid touching the memory modules,pins, or traces (the metal fingers along
the connector edge of the DIMM). (See Figure 5.)
Step 3Remove one upgrade DIMM from the antistatic container.
Step 4Hold the DIMM by its edges. (See Figure 5.)
Step 5Tilt the DIMM to approximately the same angle as the socket, and insert the connector edge into the
socket. Note the notch (key) on the right connector edge of the DIMM. (See Figure 5.) This keyassures
correct orientation of the DIMM in the socket.
NoteThe Supervisor Engine 1A DRAM uses two DIMMs, one stacked on top of the other. Install the lower
DIMM first.
CautionWhen inserting the DIMM, use firm but not excessive pressure. If you damage a socket, you will have
to return the supervisor engine to Cisco for repair.
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Step 6Press the DIMM down until it is secured by the spring clips. (See Figure 6.)
Figure 6Installing the DIMM
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Step 7When the DIMMis installed, checkthe two alignmentholes and ensurethat the springretainer isvisible.
If it is not, the DIMM is not seated properly. If the DIMM appears misaligned, carefully remove it and
reseat it in the socket. Push the DIMM firmly back into the socket until the retainer springs snap into
place.
Step 8Repeat Step 3 through Step 7 for the second (upper) DIMM.
Installing the MSFC2
NoteThe MSFC2 that shipped after November 2001 is physically smaller than the previous MSFC2.
To install the MSFC2 on the supervisor engine, follow these steps:
Step 1Align the MSFC2 with the standoffs on the supervisor engine. The MSFC2 shipped before
November 2001 will also align with the male standoff. (See Figure 7.) Make sure that the remaining
mounting holes on the MSFC2 are aligned with the remaining standoffs.
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Figure 7Male Standoff Location on the Supervisor Engine
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Step 2Ensure that the connectors on the MSFC2 (see Figure 8) are aligned with the connectors on the
supervisor engine.
Figure 8MSFC2 Connectors
6-pin connector
Edge connector
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Step 3Carefully seat the MSFC2 onto the supervisor engine. (See Figure 9 for an MSFC2 shipped before
November 2001 or Figure 10 for an MSFC2 shipped after November 2001.)
Step 4Using yourthumbs, applypressure atthe connectorlocations (shownin Figure 9 for an MSFC2 shipped
before November 2001 or Figure 10 for an MSFC2 shipped after November 2001) to ensure that the
MSFC2 is securely seated on the supervisor engine.
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CautionUse care not to damage the connectors on the supervisor engine. If you damage a connector, you will
have to return the supervisor engine to Cisco for repair.
Figure 9MSFC2 Shipped Before November 2001—Seating on the Supervisor Engine 1A
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CautionEnsure that the MSFC2 is securely seated before you install and tighten the securing screws. Using the
Step 5Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to install the screws and cap nut (if applicable) that secure the MSFC2
CautionYou must install the cap nut (if applicable) and all screws. The screws provide grounding between the
screws to seat the MSFC2 could warp the card.
to the supervisor engine. (SeeFigure 11 for anMSFC2that shipped beforeNovember2001, or Figure 12
for an MSFC2 shipped after November 2001.)
MSFC2 and the supervisor engine. Failure to install the cap nut and all screws will invalidate the safety
approvals and can cause fire and electrical hazards.
Figure 11MSFC2 Shipped Before November 2001—Installing the Securing Screws and Cap Nut
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Step 6Install the supervisor engine in the Catalyst 6500 series switch. (Refer to the Catalyst 6500 Series
Module Installation Guide for installation instructions.)
NoteVerify that the supervisorengine STATUS LEDis lit. If the STATUS LED changes from orange
to green, the supervisor engine has successfully completed the boot process and is now online.
If the STATUS LED remains orange or turns red, the supervisor engine has not successfully
completed the boot process and may have encountered an error.
NoteIf the LEDson the supervisorengine frontpanel are red,removethe supervisor engine, carefully
remove the DIMMs, and reseat the DIMMs in the socket. Push the DIMMs firmly back into the
socket until the retainer springs snap into place.
If you have redundant supervisor engines, return to Step 2 in the “Removing the MSFC2” section on
page 4, and follow the directions to upgrade the redundant supervisor engine.
Step 7Enter the show version command to verify the amount of memory on the supervisor engine.
This example shows that the total memory is 128 MB on the supervisor engine:
Console> show version
...<output truncated>
DRAM FLASH NVRAM
Module Total Used Free Total Used Free Total Used Free
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• Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Catalyst 6500 Series Switches
• Catalyst 6500 Series Switch Installation Guide
• Catalyst 6500 Series Swich Module Installation Guide
• Catalyst 6500 Series Switch Software Configuration Guide
• Catalyst 6500 Series Switch Command Reference
• Catalyst 6500 Series Switch IOS Software Configuration Guide
• Catalyst 6500 Series Switch IOS Command Reference
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