Maintenance and Upgrade Procedures
This chapter describes maintenance and upgrade procedures. This chapter includes the following
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The BIOS on the ASA chassis is specific to the ASA and must only be upgraded under instructions from
Caution
Cisco with BIOS files obtained from the Cisco website. Installing a non-Cisco or third-party BIOS on
the ASA voids the warranty.
Removing and Replacing the Chassis Cover
This section describes how to remove and replace the chassis cover from the ASA. This section includes
the following topics:
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Before working on a system that has an On/Off switch, turn OFF the power and unplug the power cord.
Warning
Statement 1
Warning
This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that
the protective device is rated not greater than 120 VAC, 20 A U.S. (240 VAC, 16-20 A International).
Statement 1005
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Removing and Replacing the Chassis Cover, page 4-1
Accessing the Diagnostic Panel, page 4-4
Removing and Installing the Interface Cards, page 4-4
Removing and Installing the Power Supply, page 4-6
Removing and Installing Fans, page 4-10
Upgrading the ASA 5580-20 to an ASA 5580-40, page 4-13
Troubleshooting Loose Connections, page 4-24
Removing the Chassis Cover, page 4-2
Replacing the Chassis Cover, page 4-4
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