Module Installation

This chapter tells you how to install the Module . Do not insert any module into the module slot when the router is power ON or network cable is connected.

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Note:    The modular does not support  hot swap, which will destroy the Modular for ever.

Installation Procedure

1.      Power off the router . However , to avoid ESD voltages damages ,channel the router chassis and the body of the personnel to ground .

2.      Remove all network interface cables.

Use a flat-blade screwdriver to remove the blank filler panel from the slot where you plan to install the card (as the following picture ) . Save the filler panel for possible future use . 

 

4.     Align the module with the guides in the chassis and slide it gently into the slot(see the following picture) .

 

5.    Push the module into place until the edge connecter is securely seated in the connecter on the motherboard

6.     Secure the captive mounting screws into the holes of the chassis using a flat-blade screwdriver.

7.   The following sections introduce different NM/VM cable connecting , and LED.  Please refer to the Modular Installation Guide for detailed NM&VIM installation procedure.

8.     After completing the hardware installation ,configure the software.