Installing an SF Module in a J-EX8216 SwitchYou can install up to eight Switch Fabric (SF) modules in a J-EX8216 switch. All shippingconfigurations of a J-EX8216 switch include eight SF modules. See “J-EX8216 SwitchConfigurations” on page 7.The SF modules are installed vertically in the rear of the chassis in the slots labeled SF7through SF0.NOTE: You can install SF modules in any slot. You do not have to install theSF modules in serial order.NOTE: Do not lift the SF module by holding the ejector levers. The leverscannot support the weight of the module. Lifting the module by the leversmight bend the levers. Bent levers prevent the SF module from being properlyseated in the chassis.Use the handle provided on the faceplate of each SF module to lift themodule.Before you begin installing an SF module in a J-EX8216 switch:• Ensure you understand how to prevent ESD damage. See “Prevention of ElectrostaticDischarge Damage on J-EX Series Switches” on page 230.Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available to install an SF module:• Electrostatic discharge (ESD) grounding strap• Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 2To install an SF module (see Figure 51 on page 122):1. Attach the electrostatic discharge (ESD) grounding strap to your bare wrist andconnect the strap to one of the ESD points on the chassis.2. Taking care not to touch the leads, pins, or solder connections, pull the SF moduleout from the bag.3. Pull both the ejector levers outwards, away from the faceplate of the SF module, untilthey go no further.4. Turn the SF module so that you can insert it in one of the vertical slots, then hold thehandle with one hand and support the base of the SF module with the other hand asyou align the SF module with the guides inside the chassis.5. Ensuring that the module remains correctly aligned, slide the SF module into thechassis until you feel resistance.120Dell PowerConnect J-Series J-EX8216 Ethernet Switch Hardware Guide
