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264 Chapter 20 Replacing data cards and processing hardware
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Replacing PECs
The 2.5 BCM1000 comes equipped with two processor expansion cards (PEC IIIs) mounted on the
media services card (MSC). These modules provide signal processing capabilities for such
applications as voice mail and IP telephony applications. If you plan to run a lot of IP telephones,
you may need to upgrade to four PEC IIIs.
The 2.0 version of the BCM1000 contains four PEC Is. If you want to start using IP telephony
resources, you need to upgrade to PEC IIIs.
This chapter describes the processes for removing and replacing a PEC module.
Figure 134 provides an overview of the process for replacing the PEC.
Figure 134 Process Map: PEC replacement
Danger: Electrical shock warning.
Disconnect the power cord, telephone cables and network cables before opening the
computer. Read and follow installation instructions carefully.
Caution: Use only a Nortel Networks approved replacement. Contact your account
representative for the current list of approved replacement parts.
Set up unit for
maintenance
Remove the top
cover
Restore unit to
operation
If required,
remove PEC
module from MSC
Install the
PEC
Test system
Do a software
shutdown
Ensure you
have a current
data backup.
Warning:
Incorrect handling
of the PEC during
installation could
result in loss of
telephony
programming.
Do not touch the
MSC housing at any
point with the PEC
module when you
are inserting it into
the card slot.