Specifications

20 Ethernet Interface Processor (EIP) Installation and Conﬁguration

Installation

Removing an EIP

The EIP supports OIR; therefore, you need not shut down the interface or the system power when

removing an EIP. If you are replacing a failed EIP, remove the existing board ﬁrst, then replace the

new EIP in the same slot. Figure 13 shows proper handling of an interface processor during

installation.

Figure 13 shows proper handling of an interface processor for installation in the Cisco 7010 and

Cisco 7505 models. The processor slots are oriented horizontally in the Cisco 7010 and Cisco 7505,

and vertically in the Cisco 7000, Cisco 7507, and Cisco 7513.

To remove an EIP, follow these steps:

Step 1 Disconnect the all cables from the EIP ports (if you will only move the EIP to another port,

this step is not necessary).

Step 2 Use a screwdriver to loosen the captive installation screws at both ends of the EIP.

(See Figure 12.)

Caution Always use the ejector levers to remove or install the EIP. Failure to do so can cause

erroneous system error messages indicating a board failure.

Figure 13 Handling an Interface Processor During Installation and Removal

Step 3

Place your thumbs on the ejector levers and simultaneously pull both of the ejectors

outward (in the opposite direction from that show in Figure 12c) to release the EIP from the

backplane connector.

Step 4 Use the handle to carefully pull the EIP straight out of the slot, keeping your other hand

under the carrier to guide it. (See Figure 13.) Keep the EIP parallel to the backplane.

Step 5 Place the removed EIP on an antistatic mat or foam pad, or place it in an antistatic bag if

you will return it to the factory.

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Captive installation

screws