Inserting an EPA into a Modular Gigabit Ethernet
Line Card
December 16, 2005
Document Part Number: 78-17296-01 A0
To insert an EPA into the Modular Gigabit Ethernet line card, follow these steps:
Warning
Step 1
You must use an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap to do this procedure. Attach an ESD-preventive
wrist or ankle strap and follow its directions for use, before you do this procedure.
Figure 1
Locations of Labels and Reference Points on the EPA
ATTENTION:
USE CARE DURING INSTALLATION OF EPA CARD,
MIS-ALIGNMENT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE
CONNECTOR AT THE UNDERSIDE REAR OF THE PCB.
MAKE SURE THAT THE CONNECTOR IS FULLY
ENGAGED BY PUSHING DOWN ON THE 2X LABELS
BEFORE INSTALLATION OF FRONT PANEL SCREWS (2X).
DO NOT APPLY EXCESSIVE FORCE TO THE FRONT
PANEL OR TOP SURFACE DURING INSTALLATION OR
DAMAGE CAN OCCUR TO THE PCB CONNECTOR.
Caution
The connectors must be engaged without any angular misalignment. Engaging the connectors at an angle
will cause damage to the connectors.
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Step 3
Ensure that the connector guide pins are aligned. Once the connector is engaged, apply gentle pressure
Figure 4
Press on the Rear Outer Corners of the EPA
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Figure 5
Rear Outer Corners of the EPA (Close-up)
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Step 4
Press gently on the white labels in middle of the outer edge of the EPA as shown in Figure 6 to ensure
that the connector is fully seated.
Figure 6
Press on the White Labels on the EPA
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Step 5
Use a Phillips screwdriver to insert and tighten the screw on the EPA, 3 to 5 in-lbs, as shown in Figure 7.
Apply no more than 5 in-lbs of torque when tightening the screw.
Caution
Figure 7
Inserting and Tightening the Screw on the EPA
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Step 6
Use a Phillips screwdriver to insert and tighten the two screws on the faceplate of the line card,
Caution
Apply no more than 5 in-lbs of torque when tightening the screw.
Figure 8
Inserting the 2 screw s on the Faceplate of the Line Card
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