ATM Adapter Installation and Support Guide

Replacing an ATM3SA Adapter
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Replace the ATM3SA Adapter
2. Tag each fiber optic cable connected to the ATM3SA adapter with a physical label,
preferably at both ends. The label should include the following information:
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The logical device name assigned to the Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM)
line. For example, $ATM2.
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Whether the cable should be connected to the Transmit or Receive port on the
ATM3SA adapter. The Transmit port is the top port and the Receive port is the
bottom port. Figure 3-2 shows the location of the Transmit and Receive ports.
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A description of the equipment and connector to which the cable is to be
connected.
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The slot location of the ATM3SA adapter to which the cable is connected.
Replace the ATM3SA Adapter
If you are replacing an ATM3SA adapter, first plan for the new LAN configuration by
following the instructions in the NonStop S-Series Planning and Configuration Guide.
Also, make sure you have read Prepare to Replace an ATM3SA Adapter on page 3-1
of this guide.
Table 3-3. Replacement Checklist
Step Description Comments
1.
Review Standard Operating Practices
2.
Remove the ATM3SA Adapter
3.
Inspect the Replacement ATM3SA Adapter
and Backplane
4.
Unpack and Install the Replacement ATM3SA
Adapter
5.
Check the Installation of the Replacement
ATM3SA Adapter