1 static electricity can severely damage the electronic components on the modules. when handling and installing the modules in your switch, follow these procedures to avoid damage from static electricity:

    (1)handle the module by its bulkhead or edges and avo d touching the components and the circuitry on the board.

    (2)when installing the module, equalize any static charge difference between your body and the switch by wearing a grounding wrist strap and attaching it to the switch’s grounding point, or by frequently touching the switch’s metal body.

    (3)take appropriate care when removing interface modules from the procurve 8100fl switch. they may be hot to the touch.

    2 the procurve 8100fl switch modules have “low-force”, high-performance connectors. high insertion forces are not necessary to install the modules, and should not be used.

    3 ensure you fully insert the modules. that is, press the module into the slot until the bulkhead on the module is contacting or is very close to contacting the front face of the switch chassis. then rotate the extractors until they are fully closed (vertical).

    4 once the module is fully inserted, make sure you screw in the two retaining screws to secure the module in place.

    5 for safe operation, proper switch cooling, and reduction of electromagnetic emissions, ensure that a slot cover is installed on any unused module slot. for safety, no more than one slot should be uncovered at a time when the switch is powered on.