Installation Guide

44 Brocade MLX Series and Brocade NetIron XMR Installation Guide
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Installing 2x100GbE interface modules in Brocade MLX routers
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3. Remove the center slot guide. In some devices, you must lift a plunger to remove the center slot guide. Be sure to keep the
plunger raised so that it does not reseat while you are removing the guide. In some devices, you must loosen a screw to remove
the center slot guide. Figure 31 shows the two types of center slot guides.
Remove the guide carefully so that it does not move from side to side. Excess movement of the guide may damage pins on the
backplane before it is fully removed from the chassis.
NOTE
Do not discard the center slot guide, as you will need it if you want to revert to a 2-slot configuration. If you misplace your
center slot guide, you can purchase a replacement from Brocade.
FIGURE 31 Removing the center slot guide
4. Remove the two connector covers from the rear connectors of the module. Refer to Figure 32.
5. Remove the port cover from one or both ports, depending on how you plan to use your module. If you are using one port only
(always Port 1), you must leave the port cover in the inactive port (always Port 2). Port covers are designed for a tight fit and will
take some effort to remove. Refer to Figure 32.
NOTE
Do not use the port cover tabs to lift the module. They are not designed to support the weight of the module, which can fall
and be damaged.