Before you begin

There are four DDR4 DIMM slots. DIMMs have a polarization notch on the connecting edge to prevent incorrect orientation of the module during insertion.

These are the steps to install a DIMM:

1. Remove the chassis cover.

2. Locate the DIMM slots on the device. There are four DIMM slots in the chassis and you can install the DIMM module on any of the slots.

3. Make sure that both latches on the DIMM connector are in the open position.

   

4. Orient the DIMM so that the polarization notch lines up with the polarization key on the connector.

5. Insert the DIMM into the connector.

6. Replace the chassis cover.

These are the steps to remove a DIMM:

1. Remove the chassis cover.

2. Locate the DIMM module on the device. Refer to the Chassis-Internal section to identify and locate the DIMM module.

3. Pull the latches away from the DIMM at both ends to lift the DIMM slightly. Pull the DIMM out of the socket.

4. Place the DIMM in an antistatic bag to protect it from ESD damage.

5. Replace the chassis cover.

The M.2 storage modules come with different storage capacities and can be replaced through the front panel if required.

These are the steps to upgrade the M.2 storage module:

1. Power off of the system before replacing M.2.

2. Locate the M.2 storage module slot. Refer to Chassis - Front Panel to identify and locate the module.

   

3. Loosen the screws that secures the M.2 blank cover or existing M.2 module in the slot. Remove the blank cover or existing module.

   Note	The disk used in M.2 is also the boot disk. If you replace the M.2 disk, you must reinstall Cisco NFVIS operating system once again.

4. Plug in the new M.2 storage module in the same location and secure it with the screws.

   

   1	Securing screws (torque 3.9 - 5.4 in-lbs)	2	M.2 module orientation with metal carrier on top, M.2 module underneath
   3	Chassis cutout prevents M.2 installation in wrong orientation

These are the steps to install a NIM:

1. Locate the NIM slot on the front panel.

2. Loosen the screws to remove NIM blank cover.

3. Insert the NIM into the slot.

4. Tighten the screws to secure the NIM in the slot.

   

   1	Screws
   2	NIM face

These are the steps to remove a NIM:

1. If the NIM is up and running, issue the following command to shut down the NIM gracefully before removing it:

   hw-module subslot slot 0/2 stop

   Caution

   If you do not shut down the NIM gracefully before removing it, the NIM card could get damaged.

2. Locate the NIM slot on the front panel.

3. Loosen the screws that secure the NIM.

4. Gently pull out the NIM from the slot.

All module slots must have a module or blank installed for the product to remain unaffected by thermal activity and for safety purposes.

To insert the PIM into the router, do these steps:

1. Insert and then gently push the PIM into the pluggable slot until firmly seated in the slot.

2. Tighten the screw.

   

   1

   Securing screw

   2

   PIM module

If you have not ordered drives, the drive bay slot is closed with a blank cover.

These are the steps to install a drive in a drive bay using E1.S Modules:

Note	The drive bay is in the front panel of the device. If you do not install drives in the drive bays, keep them closed with blank covers.

1. Remove the filler in the E1.S slot

2. Press the latch-release button on the E1.S module so that the latch springs to the open position.

3. Slide the E1.S module in the slot and push forward until the module seats in the connector.

4. To secure the module in the chassis, close the latch until it catches the latch-release button.

Note	Keep the drive bays covered when there are no drives installed in the slot

SSD 2.5-inches Drives

Note	The drive bays are in the front panel of the device. The bays are closed with a cover if there are no drives in the slots.

1. Remove the blank in the SSD slot

2. Install the drive into the slot and push forward until the drive seats in the connector

3. To secure the drives in the chassis, secure the screws on each side of the drive faces

1	Screws
2	SSD 2.5" Drives

1. Remove the top cover.

2. Remove the two screw that secure the fan tray in the chassis.

3. Disconnect the fan cables from the motherboard.

4. Remove the fan tray by lifting up out of the chassis.

5. To install, perform these operations in reverse.