6.18 Servicing a Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2 Switch

This section provides instructions to service replaceable components (CRUs/FRUs) in an Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2 Switch. Before starting any service procedure, read and follow the guidelines in Section 6.3, “Preparing Oracle Private Cloud Appliance for Service”.

6.18.1 Powering Down the Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2 Switch for Service (When Required)

If you need to execute a service procedure that requires the Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2 Switch to be powered down, follow these instructions:

Powering down the Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2 Switch

  1. Unplug the power cord to power down the switch gracefully.

  2. Wait for the Status LED to switch off, indicating that the component has been powered down successfully.

Returning the Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2 Switch to operation

  1. Plug in the power cord to power on the switch.

    The STS LED blinks amber while booting, then turns green when ready.

  2. Wait until the STS LED is solid green.

    This indicates that the system control processor has finished booting and the switch is ready for operation.

6.18.2 Service Procedures for Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2 Switch Components

For parts that are not hot-swappable, power down the Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2 Switch before starting the service procedure.

Caution

Management, storage, VM and external network connectivity may be affected while the Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2 Switch or an I/O module is out of service. Please take the necessary precautions.

Caution

When replacing the entire switch assembly, begin by saving the configuration from the existing component, so that you can restore the configuration after replacement.

Generally speaking, hot-swappable components can be serviced without specific additional steps for Oracle Private Cloud Appliance. Follow the applicable procedure in the Service Manual. The following table provides links to each service procedure and indicates whether parts are hot-swappable or require the component to be taken offline and powered down.