6.19 Servicing a Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FXP Switch

This section provides instructions to service replaceable components (CRUs/FRUs) in an Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FXP Switch. Before starting any service procedure, read and follow the guidelines in Section 6.3, “Preparing Oracle Private Cloud Appliance for Service”.

6.19.1 Powering Down the Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FXP Switch for Service (When Required)

If you need to execute a service procedure that requires the Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FXP Switch to be powered down, follow these instructions:

Powering down the switch

  1. To power down an individual power supply, remove its power cord.

  2. To power down the switch, remove the power cords from both power supplies.

Returning the switch to operation

  1. Reconnect the power cords to both power supplies.

  2. Verify that the switch has power by checking the STS LEDs.

    The STS LED blinks amber while booting, then turns solid green to indicate the power supply is fully operational.

6.19.2 Service Procedures for Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FXP Switch Components

For parts that are not hot-swappable, power down the Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FXP Switch before starting the service procedure.

Warning

Internal Ethernet connectivity is affected while the component 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 component documentation. 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.