Removing the Transcoding Module

The following procedure describes how to remove the Transcoding Module (TM) from the mainboard.

Prerequisites:

  • Provide an ESD-safe location to place the TM and mainboard.
  • Wear an ESD wrist strap or take similar equivalent actions to prevent static damage to the mainboard or other ESD-sensitive components.
  • Note the location of the TM connector on the mainboard.
  1. Extend the chassis out of the cabinet to the full extension of the slides.
  2. Remove the Acme Packet 6400 chassis cover.
  3. On both sides of each transcoding module, press the side latch down to release the latch.
    This picture shows someone releasing the latch holding the Transcoding Module.
  4. When both sides are free of the latch, hold the center of the module between your finger and thumb and slowly remove the module. Be careful to keep the module level while removing it and guide it smoothly through the guide slots on either side.
    This picture shows someone removing the transcoding module.
  5. Place the TM on an ESD-safe antistatic surface.