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Purpose
This document describes routine maintenance items for BTS3900 (Ver.C) (referred to as BTS3900) cabinet. The maintenance items are equipment room environment, power system, grounding system, and BTS3900 cabinet. It also explains how to replace components, modules, and boards.

Product Versions
The following table lists the product versions related to this document. Product Name BTS3900 BTS3900 GSM Product Version V100R003C00 V100R009C00 V100R012C00 BTS3900 WCDMA V200R012C00

Intended Audience
This document is intended for: System engineers Site maintenance engineers

Organization
1 Changes in the BTS3900 (Ver.C) Site Maintenance Guide This section describes the changes in the BTS3900 (Ver.C) Site Maintenance Guide. 2 Preparations for Base Station Site Maintenance
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This section describes the preparation strategy for base station site maintenance. The preparations for site maintenance involve obtaining site information, selecting maintenance items, and arranging maintenance tools and spare parts. 3 BTS3900 Hardware Routine Maintenance The routine maintenance for the BTS3900 hardware involves the equipment room environment, power system, grounding system, and BTS3900 cabinet. 4 Powering On and Power Off a BTS3900 This section describes how to power on or power off a BTS3900 during maintenance. To power on the BTS3900, follow the power-on procedure. To power off the BTS3900, follow the normal power-off or emergency power-off procedure as required. 5 Replacing BTS3900 Components This section describes the procedures of replacing the faulty BTS3900 functional components.

Conventions
Symbol Conventions The symbols that may be found in this document are defined as follows. Symbol Description Indicates a hazard with a high level of risk, which if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazard with a medium or low level of risk, which if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, could result in equipment damage, data loss, performance degradation, or unexpected results. Indicates a tip that may help you solve a problem or save time. Provides additional information to emphasize or supplement important points of the main text.

General Conventions The general conventions that may be found in this document are defined as follows. Convention Times New Roman Boldface Description Normal paragraphs are in Times New Roman. Names of files, directories, folders, and users are in boldface. For example, log in as user root.
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Convention Italic Courier New

Description Book titles are in italics. Examples of information displayed on the screen are in Courier New.

Command Conventions The command conventions that may be found in this document are defined as follows. Convention Boldface Italic [] { x | y | ... } [ x | y | ... ] { x | y | ... }* Description The keywords of a command line are in boldface. Command arguments are in italics. Items (keywords or arguments) in brackets [ ] are optional. Optional items are grouped in braces and separated by vertical bars. One item is selected. Optional items are grouped in brackets and separated by vertical bars. One item is selected or no item is selected. Optional items are grouped in braces and separated by vertical bars. A minimum of one item or a maximum of all items can be selected. Optional items are grouped in brackets and separated by vertical bars. Several items or no item can be selected.

[ x | y | ... ]*

GUI Conventions The GUI conventions that may be found in this document are defined as follows. Convention Boldface > Description Buttons, menus, parameters, tabs, window, and dialog titles are in boldface. For example, click OK. Multi-level menus are in boldface and separated by the ">" signs. For example, choose File > Create > Folder.

Keyboard Operations The keyboard operations that may be found in this document are defined as follows.

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Format Key Key 1+Key 2 Key 1, Key 2

Description Press the key. For example, press Enter and press Tab. Press the keys concurrently. For example, pressing Ctrl+Alt +A means the three keys should be pressed concurrently. Press the keys in turn. For example, pressing Alt, A means the two keys should be pressed in turn.

Mouse Operations The mouse operations that may be found in this document are defined as follows. Action Click Double-click Drag Description Select and release the primary mouse button without moving the pointer. Press the primary mouse button twice continuously and quickly without moving the pointer. Press and hold the primary mouse button and move the pointer to a certain position.

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Contents
About This Document.....................................................................................................................ii 1 Changes in the BTS3900 (Ver.C) Site Maintenance Guide...................................................1 2 Preparations for Base Station Site Maintenance.....................................................................3 3 BTS3900 Hardware Routine Maintenance................................................................................5
3.1 Maintenance Items of the Equipment Room Environment................................................................................6 3.2 Power Supply and Grounding System Maintenance Items................................................................................7 3.3 Maintenance Items of the Main Components.....................................................................................................7

4 Powering On and Power Off a BTS3900...................................................................................9


4.1 Powering On a BTS3900..................................................................................................................................10 4.2 Powering Off a BTS3900.................................................................................................................................13

5 Replacing BTS3900 Components..............................................................................................15


5.1 Querying an Electronic Label...........................................................................................................................16 5.1.1 Querying the Electronic Label for a Board..............................................................................................16 5.1.2 Query Electronic Label of the Cabinet....................................................................................................16 5.2 Replacing BBU3900 Components....................................................................................................................16 5.2.1 Replacing BBU3900 Cases.....................................................................................................................17 5.2.2 Replacing the GTMU..............................................................................................................................19 5.2.3 Replacing the WMPT..............................................................................................................................22 5.2.4 Replacing the LMPT...............................................................................................................................25 5.2.5 Replacing the WBBP...............................................................................................................................32 5.2.6 Replacing the LBBP................................................................................................................................34 5.2.7 Replacing the FAN Unit..........................................................................................................................36 5.2.8 Replacing a UPEU...................................................................................................................................38 5.2.9 Replacing the UEIU.................................................................................................................................41 5.2.10 Replacing the USCU.............................................................................................................................43 5.2.11 Replacing a UTRP.................................................................................................................................45 5.2.12 Replacing a UBRI..................................................................................................................................47 5.2.13 Replacing the Optical Module...............................................................................................................50 5.3 Adding Components in the BBU3900..............................................................................................................53 5.3.1 Adding a UPEU.......................................................................................................................................53 5.3.2 Adding a WBBP......................................................................................................................................63 Issue 03 (2012-08-30) Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. vi

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5.4 Replacing an RFU............................................................................................................................................64 5.5 Replacing a DCDU-11A...................................................................................................................................68 5.6 Replacing the Fan Assembly............................................................................................................................70 5.7 Replacing the Power Equipment (AC/DC)......................................................................................................73 5.7.1 Replacing the Power Subrack (AC/DC)..................................................................................................73 5.7.2 Replacing the PMU.................................................................................................................................76 5.7.3 Replacing a PSU (AC/DC)......................................................................................................................78

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This section describes the changes in the BTS3900 (Ver.C) Site Maintenance Guide.

This is the third commercial release. Compared with issue 02 (2011-10-25), this issue adds no topic. Compared with issue 02 (2011-10-25), this issue incorporates the following changes: Topic 5.2.4 Replacing the LMPT 5.2.2 Replacing the GTMU 5.2.1 Replacing BBU3900 Cases 5.2.8 Replacing a UPEU 5.2.3 Replacing the WMPT 5.2.2 Replacing the GTMU l Add the steps by using a USB flash drive l Add the steps of checking for alarms in the prerequisites l Add the steps of backing up the configuration file in the prerequisites l Add the steps of checking for alarms in the prerequisites l Add the time estimation for how long need the board to come up Add the steps of confirming the type of a faulty board. Change Description Changed the steps of backing up the configuration file and license. Changed the steps of blocking all cells of the BTS.

5.2.5 Replacing the WBBP 5.2.6 Replacing the LBBP

5.2.13 Replacing the Optical Module

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This is the second commercial release. Compared with issue 01 (2011-08-30), no topic is added. Compared with issue 01 (2011-08-30), this issue incorporates the following change: Content About This Document Change Description Added the version V300R009 to BTS3900 (Ver.C) GSM.

Compared with issue 01 (2011-08-30), no content is deleted.

01 (2011-08-30)
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Preparations for Base Station Site Maintenance

This section describes the preparation strategy for base station site maintenance. The preparations for site maintenance involve obtaining site information, selecting maintenance items, and arranging maintenance tools and spare parts.

Collecting Site Information


Before you maintain the base station site, collect the following information: Faults and alarms that are not cleared Hardware configurations Local environment Spare parts

Selecting Maintenance Items


Select suitable maintenance items based on actual requirements of the base station. The maintenance items are as follows: l l l l Equipment room environment of the base station Power supply and grounding system of the base station Main components in the base station Antenna system of the base station

Preparing Maintenance Tools and Spare Parts


Prepare the related maintenance tools and spare parts based on the site information and maintenance items of the base station. The most commonly used tools for site maintenance are as follows: l l Frequency test devices, such as a frequency generator and a spectrum analyzer. Power test devices that are used to test and analyze the output power of the base station. Power meter is a commonly used power test device.
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Antenna and feeder test devices that are used to test the Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR), return loss, and cable insertion loss for fault location. The commonly used antenna and feeder test device is the SiteMaster. Other devices Multimeter Diagnosis tools and robustness test devices Local Maintenance Terminal (LMT) Rubidium clock (used to locate the clock of the base station)
NOTE

More tools and new parts are required when faulty parts are found during the maintenance.

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BTS3900 Hardware Routine Maintenance

About This Chapter


The routine maintenance for the BTS3900 hardware involves the equipment room environment, power system, grounding system, and BTS3900 cabinet. 3.1 Maintenance Items of the Equipment Room Environment This section describes the maintenance items, maintenance intervals, operation instructions, and reference standards for the equipment room environment. 3.2 Power Supply and Grounding System Maintenance Items This section provides the maintenance items, maintenance intervals, operation instructions, and reference standards for the power supply and grounding system of the base station. 3.3 Maintenance Items of the Main Components This section describes the maintenance items, maintenance intervals, operation instructions, and reference standards for the main components in the cabinet.

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3.1 Maintenance Items of the Equipment Room Environment


This section describes the maintenance items, maintenance intervals, operation instructions, and reference standards for the equipment room environment. Table 3-1 describes the maintenance items of the equipment room environment. Table 3-1 Maintenance items of the equipment room environment Item Environmental alarms Interval Daily Operation Instruction Check whether power supply alarms, fire alarms, or smoke alarms are reported. Record the temperature shown on the thermometer in the equipment room. Record the humidity shown on the hygrometer in the equipment room. Check whether the routine and emergency illumination in the equipment room is normal. Check whether the air conditioner is working normally. Check whether anti-disaster devices, equipment protection devices, and fireprotection devices are in good condition. Reference Standard No power supply alarms, fire alarms, or smoke alarms are reported. The normal temperature ranges from -20C to +55 C. The normal humidity ranges from 5% RH to 95% RH. -

Temperature in the equipment room Humidity in the equipment room Illumination in the equipment room Air conditioner

Weekly

Weekly

Every two months

Every two months Every two months

Protective devices

l The foam extinguisher or dry powder fire extinguisher is installed in the equipment room. The pressure and validity period of the extinguisher meet the requirements. l There is no danger of damage to the equipment by rats or insects.

Equipment room cleanliness

Every two months

Check whether cabinets, equipment housing, equipment interior, tables, floor, doors, and windows are clean.

All the items to be checked are clean.

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3.2 Power Supply and Grounding System Maintenance Items


This section provides the maintenance items, maintenance intervals, operation instructions, and reference standards for the power supply and grounding system of the base station. Table 3-2 lists the routine maintenance items for the power supply and grounding system. Table 3-2 Routine maintenance items for the power supply and grounding system Item Power cables Interval Monthly Operation Instruction Check the connections of power cables carefully. Measure the voltage of the power supply using a multimeter. Check whether the PGND cable and ground bar are connected properly. Reference Standard The power cables are not aging, and there is no corrosion on the connection points. The voltage is within normal range. The connections of the PGND cable are secure. The cable is not aging. The connection points are sound with no corrosion on them. The grounding resistance of the cabinet is smaller than 10 ohms. The battery capacity is within normal range and the batteries are correctly connected. The performance parameters of rectifiers are normal.

Voltage

Monthly

PGND cables

Monthly

Checking earth resistance

Monthly

Measure the earth resistance using an electric earth resistance tester and keep a record. Check the batteries and rectifiers.

Batteries and rectifiers

Annually

3.3 Maintenance Items of the Main Components


This section describes the maintenance items, maintenance intervals, operation instructions, and reference standards for the main components in the cabinet. Table 3-3 describes the maintenance items of the main components in the cabinet.

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Table 3-3 Maintenance items of the main components in the cabinet Item Fans Interval Monthly Operation Instruction Check whether the fans are operational. Reference Standard The fans work properly without exceptional sounds generated by frictions between the blades of the fan and the subrack. For details about the status of LEDs, see the hardware description about the corresponding boards. -

LEDs on the boards

Monthly

Check whether the LEDs on the boards are normal.

Air filter Exterior of the cabinet

Quarterly Quarterly

Replace the air filter if too much dust is coated.

Check whether there are dents, cracks, holes, or corrosion on the surface of the cabinet and whether the cabinet label is legible. Check whether the lock is normal and the door can be opened and closed easily. Check whether the cabinet is clean. Use either of the following methods: l Use an ESD wrist strap tester to test the ESD wrist strap. l Use a multimeter to test the earth resistance of the ESD wrist strap. -

Lock and door of the cabinet Cabinet cleanliness ESD wrist strap

Quarterly

Quarterly

The cabinet surface is clean. The subracks are not dusty. l If you are using an ESD wrist strap tester, the LED GOOD is on. l If you are using a multimeter, the earth resistance is between 0.75 M and 10 M. -

Quarterly

Fan box

Annually

Clean the fan box if too much dust is coated on its surface or inside the fan box.

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Powering On and Power Off a BTS3900

About This Chapter


This section describes how to power on or power off a BTS3900 during maintenance. To power on the BTS3900, follow the power-on procedure. To power off the BTS3900, follow the normal power-off or emergency power-off procedure as required. 4.1 Powering On a BTS3900 This section describes how to power on a BTS3900 and handle failures in power supply to the components in the cabinet. 4.2 Powering Off a BTS3900 The procedure for powering off a BTS3900 varies with the actual condition, for example, in a normal situation or an emergency. You must power off the BTS3900 in a normal situation such as moving the equipment or anticipating a territorial blackout. You must also power off the BTS3900 in an emergency such as a fire, smoke, or water damage.

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4.1 Powering On a BTS3900


This section describes how to power on a BTS3900 and handle failures in power supply to the components in the cabinet.

Prerequisites
l l l l Input power cables are correctly and securely connected. The power supply to the BTS3900 meets the specifications listed in Power Supply Requirements of the BTS3900. Power switches on the DCDU-11A panel are all set to OFF. External power supply to the BTS3900 is shut down.

Context

CAUTION
After the cabinet is unpacked, it must be powered on within 7 days. If you power off the cabinet for maintenance, you must restore power to the cabinet within 48 hours. Figure 4-1 shows power switches on DCDU-11A panel. Figure 4-1 DCDU-11A panel

Table 4-1 describes the power switches on the DCDU-11A panel. Table 4-1 Power switches on the DCDU-11A panel Power Switch on the DCDU-11A Panel LOAD0 LOAD1 LOAD2 LOAD3
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Module RFU in slot 0 RFU in slot 1 RFU in slot 2 RFU in slot 3

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Power Switch on the DCDU-11A Panel LOAD4 LOAD5 LOAD6 LOAD7 LOAD8 LOAD9

Module RFU in slot 4 RFU in slot 5 FAN unit BBU BBU Reserved

Procedure
Step 1 Turn on the external power switch to power on the BTS3900. If... The cabinet is a BTS3900 cabinet (-48 V) Then... Go to Step 2.

Step 2 Check whether the input voltage of the DCDU-11A in the BTS3900 is normal. If... The input voltage of the DCDU-11A is not within the range from -38.4 V DC to -57 V DC Then... Power supply to the cabinet fails. Go to Step 3.

The input voltage of the DCDU-11A ranges The power-on check task is complete. Go to from -38.4 V DC to -57 V DC Step 6. Step 3 Turn off the external power switch to power off the BTS3900. Step 4 Check the connection and routing of the power cables for the DCDU-11A. Step 5 Go to Step 2 to verify that the output voltage of the DCDU-11A is normal. Step 6 Turn on power switches on the DCDU-11A panel, and check power supply to the internal components of the cabinet. Table 4-2 describes the power supply to the components. Table 4-2 Indication of normal power supply to the components Component BBU UPEU UBRI FAN
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Component Other Boards Fan Assembly

LED Status The RUN LED blinks green (on for 0.125s and off for 0.125) or blinks green (on for 1s and off for 1s). The fan works properly. The RUN LED blinks green (on for 0.125s and off for 0.125) or blinks green (on for 1s and off for 1s). The RUN LED blinks green (on for 0.125s and off for 0.125) or blinks green (on for 1s and off for 1s).

RFU

Step 7 If power supply to the components fails after the cabinet is powered on, handle the fault by referring to Table 4-3. Table 4-3 Troubleshooting Fault Failure of power supply to all the internal components of the cabinet Measure Shut off external power supply, and then check whether the GND and -48 V power cables are inversely connected. l If the cable connections are incorrect, set all circuit breakers to OFF, and then reconnect the power cables. l If cable connections are correct, replace the DCDU-11A. Failure of power supply to a board in the cabinet Do as follows: 1. Remove the board, and then check whether the pins of the slot on the backplane are distorted, broken, or missing. Replace the subrack if necessary. 2. Insert the board into the subrack, and then check the LED on the board. 3. If the LED indicates an exception, remove the board, insert it into another unused slot that can hold the board of the same type, and then check the LED on the board. l If the board works properly, the original slot is faulty. In this case, replace the subrack. l If the fault persists, the board is faulty. In this case, replace the board.

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Fault Failure of power supply to any other type of component in the cabinet

Measure Use a multimeter to measure the input voltage of the component. l If the input power is normal, that is, ranging from -38.4 V DC to -57 V DC, replace the component. l If the input power is abnormal, check whether the power cables of the component are securely connected. If cable connections are not secure, set all the circuit breakers on the DCDU-11A to OFF, and then reconnect the power cables. If cable connections are secure, the power switches on the DCDU-11A or power cables may be damaged. In this case, replace the DCDU-11A or power cables.

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4.2 Powering Off a BTS3900


The procedure for powering off a BTS3900 varies with the actual condition, for example, in a normal situation or an emergency. You must power off the BTS3900 in a normal situation such as moving the equipment or anticipating a territorial blackout. You must also power off the BTS3900 in an emergency such as a fire, smoke, or water damage.

Procedure
l Normal power-off 1. Modify the management status to block all the RFUs in the cabinet.
NOTE

l RFUs can be blocked either remotely or locally. However, you are advised to block the RFUs remotely. l If the RFUs works in dual mode, block the modules in dual mode. l The RFUs cannot be blocked on the GSM side. Only the carriers of the RFUs can be blocked.

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Set all circuit breakers on the DCDU-11A to OFF. Shut off external power supply. Set the battery power switch to OFF when the BTS3900 cabinet is configured with external batteries or the PS4890 cabinet is configured with built-in batteries.

Emergency power-off

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CAUTION
Emergency power-off may lead to damage on the equipment or boards. Therefore, this type of power-off is not recommended in normal cases. 1. Shut off external power supply. Set the battery power switch to OFF when the BTS3900 cabinet is configured with external batteries or the PS4890 cabinet is configured with built-in batteries. Set all the DC power switches on the DCDU-11A panel to OFF if time permits.

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Replacing BTS3900 Components

About This Chapter


This section describes the procedures of replacing the faulty BTS3900 functional components. 5.1 Querying an Electronic Label Before replacing a board or an component, you should confirm the type of board or component to be replaced by querying the electronic label. 5.2 Replacing BBU3900 Components The components that can be replaced are the BBU3900 case, BBU3900 boards and modules, and optical modules. 5.3 Adding Components in the BBU3900 This chapter describes how to add new boards in the BBU during the maintenance. 5.4 Replacing an RFU An RFU is a radio frequency unit. Replacing an RFU interrupts services carried by the RFU. 5.5 Replacing a DCDU-11A The DCDU-11A, installed above the BBU, supplies DC power to the cabinet. 5.6 Replacing the Fan Assembly The fan assembly and the air inlets of the cabinet form a ventilation loop, which provides ventilation and heat dissipation. 5.7 Replacing the Power Equipment (AC/DC) Replacing the power equipment (AC/DC) involves replacing the PMU, replacing PSUs (AC/ DC), and replacing the power subrack (AC/DC).

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5.1 Querying an Electronic Label


Before replacing a board or an component, you should confirm the type of board or component to be replaced by querying the electronic label.

5.1.1 Querying the Electronic Label for a Board


Before replacing a board, you need to query the board information to confirm the type of board to be replaced. 1. If the board is configured on the GSM side, run the DSP BTSELABEL command on the LMT to query the information of the board. If the board is configured on the UMTS side, run the LST BRDINFO command on the LMT to query the information of the board. If the board is configured on the LTE side, run the DSP BRDMFRINFO command on the LMT to query the information of the board. Confirm the type of the board to be replaced according to the Boadtype and Description fields in the query result. Ensure that the new board is of the same type by checking the information indicated by the bar code on the label of the panel or handle of the new board. Figure 5-1 shows a label containing the bar code. Figure 5-1 A label containing the bar code

2.

5.1.2 Query Electronic Label of the Cabinet


Before replacing any component, you should query the electronic label of the cabinet to confirm the type of the cabinet, in which the component is located. 1. If the base station works in GSM standard, run the DSP BTSELABEL on the LMT to query the cabinet type. If the base station works in UMTS or LTE standard, run the DSP ELABEL command on the LMT to query the cabinet type. Get the Description from the command query results to confirm the type of the cabinet, in which the component is located. Based on the cabinet type, prepare the proper type of new component.

2. 3.

5.2 Replacing BBU3900 Components


The components that can be replaced are the BBU3900 case, BBU3900 boards and modules, and optical modules.

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5.2.1 Replacing BBU3900 Cases


As the core of a base station, a BBU3900 processes the baseband signals of the entire base station and communicates with the RNC/BSC and RFU/RRU. Replacing a BBU3900 interrupts services carried by the base station.

Prerequisites
l l l l Query alarms reported by the base station. For details, see Browsing the Current Alarm. The following tools and materials are available: an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves and an M6 screwdriver. The type and quantity of BBU cases to be replaced are confirmed. New BBU cases are available. A computer equipped with the service maintenance terminal (SMT) and a network cable is available for a GBTS using a static IP address. For details about the hardware requirements for the computer, see the GSM SMT User Guide. Associated personnel have been permitted to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Procedure
Step 1 Ask the M2000 administrator to perform the following operations for the replacement of the BBU case:
NOTE

In a multi-mode base station, block the cells of each mode respectively.

1.

On the NodeB, run the BLK LOCELL command to block all cells working in UMTS mode. Modify the ESN on the RNC to the same as the ESN on the new BBU case. For details, see Creating NodeB Commissioning Tasks. On the eNodeB, run the BLK CELL command to block all cells working in LTE mode. Modify the ESN in the DHCP management interface to the same as the new BBU case. For details, see Creating an eNodeB Commissioning Task. On the BSC, run the LST GCELL command to query the configuration of all cells of the base station, and run the SET GCELLADMSTAT command and set ADMSTAT to LOCK to block these cells. Modify the ESN on the BSC to the same as the new BBU case. For details, see Creating GBTS Commissioning Tasks.

2.

3.

Step 2 Power off the BBU. For details, see Powering Off the BBU3900. Step 3 Put on an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.

WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, put on an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or other electronic components. Step 4 Record all cable connections on the panels of the boards in the BBU case to be replaced. Step 5 Disconnect the power cables, transmission cables, common public radio interface (CPRI) cables, and alarm cables from the panels of the boards in the BBU case.
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Step 6 Loosen the four M6 screws on the BBU case, and remove the BBU case, as shown in Figure 5-2. Figure 5-2 Removing a BBU case

Step 7 Remove all the boards in the faulty BBU case, install them in the corresponding slots of the new BBU case, and install filler panels in the vacant slots. Step 8 Remove the cable claws from both sides of the faulty BBU case, install them at the corresponding positions of the new BBU case, and tighten the screws to 1.2 N m (10.62 lbf in.). Step 9 Install the new BBU case, tighten the screws on the BBU case to 2 N m (17.70 lbf in.), and reconnect the cables. Step 10 Power on the BBU. For details, see Powering On the BBU3900. Step 11 Check the status of the new BBU case by observing the status of indicators on the boards in the BBU. For details about the status of the indicators, see the related hardware description. Step 12 If a GBTS uses a static IP address, perform the following operations: 1. Connect the computer on which the SMT application is installed to the ETH port on the GTMU, as shown in Figure 5-3. Figure 5-3 Connecting the GTMU

2. 3. 4.

Log in to the SMT, and configure the static IP data according to the instructions in the GSM SMT User Guide. Restart the GTMU on the SMT. Disconnect the computer on which the SMT application is installed from the GTMU.

Step 13 On the M2000, perform the following operations:


NOTE

Alarms reported by a GSM+UMTS (GU), GSM+LTE (GL), UMTS+LTE (UL), or GSM+UMTS+LTE (GUL) base station can be checked and cleared on the M2000. For example, alarms reported by a GU base station can be checked and cleared on the M2000.

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On the BSC, run the SET GCELLADMSTAT command and set ADMSTAT to UNLOCK to unblock all cells of the BTS. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all NodeB alarms according to the instructions in Handling NodeB Alarms. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all GBTS alarms according to the instructions in Handling GBTS Alarms. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all eNodeB alarms according to the instructions in Browsing Active Alarms or Events. Synchronize the inventory information manually. For details, see Synchronizing Inventory Data.

5.

6.

7.

Step 14 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all the tools. ----End

Follow-up Procedure
l l l Place the replaced component into an ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a foam-padded carton or into the packing box of the new component. Fill in the fault form with detailed information about the replaced component. Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.

5.2.2 Replacing the GTMU


The GSM transmission and management unit (GTMU) is the basic transmission and control function entity of the BBU. It provides the reference clock, power supply port, maintenance port, and external alarm collection port, and controls and manages the entire base station.

Prerequisites
l To confirm the type of a faulty board, do as follows: If the board can be queried online, run the associated command on the LMT following the instructions in 5.1.1 Querying the Electronic Label for a Board. If the board is faulty and cannot be queried online, query the board information offline on the M2000 following the instructions in Querying Inventory Data. l To query the base station information, do as follows: On the BSC, run the LST BTSAUTODLDACTINFO command to check whether the function of automatically loading and activating base station software has been enabled. Query alarms reported by the base station. For details, see Browsing the Current Alarm. If a GBTS uses a static IP address, run the LST BTSIPRT, LST BTSDEVIP, and LST BTSIP commands to query the IP addresses and routing information. l l l To back up the configuration file and software, see Manually Backing Up NE Data. If the configuration file and software are downloaded by using a USB flash drive, see section "Preparations for the Upgrade" in the DBS3900 GSM Commissioning Guide. The following tools and materials are available: an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves and an M3 Phillips screwdriver.
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A computer equipped with the service maintenance terminal (SMT) and a network cable is available for a GBTS using a static IP address. For details about the hardware requirements for the computer, see the GSM SMT User Guide. Associated personnel have gained permission to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Context
l Figure 5-4 shows the position of the GTMU in the BBU. Figure 5-4 Position of a GTMU
GTMU
TX0
CPRI0

RX0

TX1

RX1 TX2

CPRI2

RX2

TX3

RX3 TX4

CPRI4

RX4

TX5

RX5 LIU0 LIU2


LIU1 LIU3

CPRI1

TX

RX

CPRI3

CPRI5 RUN ALM ACT

ETH

FE0

FE1

USB TST

E1/T1

RST

GTMU

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The GTMU is hot-swappable. If a multi-mode base station supports co-transmission and the shared port for cotransmission is located GTMU, replacing the GTMU interrupts services of the peer mode. Typical scenario: The GU dual-mode base station supports co-transmission over TDM through the E1/T1 ports on the GTMU. The UMTS data is transmitted through the backplane in the manner of TDM over Packet (ToP). For a multi-mode base station in dual-star topology, when the GTMU is reset abnormally or removed and inserted again, UMTS or LTE data or voice services may be interrupted.

Procedure
Step 1 Before replacing a GTMU, ask the M2000 administrator to perform the following operation: On the BSC, run the SET GCELLADMSTAT command and set ADMSTAT to LOCK to block all cells of the BTS. Step 2 Put on an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves.

WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or other electronic components. Step 3 Record cable connections on the panel of the GTMU to be replaced. Step 4 Disconnect the transmission cable and CPRI cables from the GTMU. If a surge protection board is configured, the surge protection transfer cable also needs to be disconnected, as shown in Figure 5-5.

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Figure 5-5 Disconnecting the cables

Step 5 Loosen the two M3 screws on the panel, raise the ejector levers, and pull out the GTMU, as shown in Figure 5-6. Figure 5-6 Removing the GTMU

Step 6 Set the DIP switches on the new board to the same as the settings of the DIP switches on the replaced board. For details about the DIP switch, see GTMU. Step 7 Install the new board, lower the ejector levers, tighten the screws on the board panel to 0.6 Nm (5.31 lbfin.), and reconnect the cables. Step 8 Check the status of the new board by observing the status of indicators. For details about the status of the indicators, see GTMU. Step 9 If a base station uses a static IP address, perform the following operations: 1. Connect the computer on which the SMT application is installed to the ETH port on the GTMU, as shown in Figure 5-7. Figure 5-7 Connecting the GTMU

2. 3. 4.

Log in to the SMT, and configure the static IP data according to the instructions in the GSM SMT User Guide. Restart the GTMU on the SMT. Disconnect the computer on which the SMT application is installed from the GTMU.

Step 10 To upgrade GBTS software and load the configuration file, do as follows:
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To upgrade the GBTS software and load the configuration file by using a USB flash drive, perform operations described in section "Upgrade Operations and Verification" in the DBS3900 GSM Commissioning Guide. To upgrade the GBTS software and load the configuration file using the SMT locally and the LMT remotely. a. Query the software version of the board according to the instructions in section "Checking the Current Software Version on the SMT" in the DBS3900 GSM Commissioning Guide. If the software version is the target version, go to Step 11. If no, go to b. b. On the LMT, run the LST BTSAUTODLDACTINFO command to check whether the automatic load and activation of the BTS software is enabled on the BSC. If not, load and activate the GTMU software and TRXs of the corresponding base station according to sections "Forcibly Loading Software" and "Activating Software" in the DBS3900 GSM Site Maintenance Terminal User Guide. If yes, go to Step 11.

Step 11 Inform the M2000 administrator that the replacement is complete, and instruct the administrator to perform the following operations: 1. 2. Run the SET GCELLADMSTAT command and set ADMSTAT to UNLOCK to unblock all cells of the BTS. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all GBTS alarms according to the instructions in Handling GBTS Alarms. Synchronize the inventory information manually following the instructions in Synchronizing Inventory Data. Ask the onsite engineers to perform dialing tests to check whether the cells can normally provide services.

3. 4.

Step 12 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all tools. ----End

Follow-up Procedure
l l l Place the replaced component into an ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a foam-padded carton or the packing box of the new module. Fill in the fault form with detailed information about the replaced component. Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.

5.2.3 Replacing the WMPT


The WCDMA main processing and transmission unit (WMPT) processes signals and manages resources on other boards.

Prerequisites
l To confirm the type of a faulty board, do as follows: If the board can be queried online, run the associated command on the LMT following the instructions in 5.1.1 Querying the Electronic Label for a Board. If the board is faulty and cannot be queried online, query the board information offline on the M2000 following the instructions in Querying Inventory Data.
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To back up the configuration file and software, see Manually Backing Up NE Data. To download the backup configuration file and software, do as follows: If the configuration file and software are downloaded by using a USB flash drive, see section "Preparing the USB Disk for Local Commissioning" in the NodeB Commissioning Guide. If the WMPT needs to be upgraded on the LMT after the replacement, upload the configuration file of the base station to the FTP server of the M2000 following the instructions in Transferring Files from NEs to a Client.

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Query alarms reported by the base station. For details, see Browsing the Current Alarm. The following tools and materials are available: an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves and an M3 Phillips screwdriver. Associated personnel have gained permission to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Context
l Figure 5-8 shows the position of the WMPT in the BBU. Figure 5-8 Position of the WMPT in the BBU

WMPT
ETH FE0

TX

RX

FE1

USB TST

E1/T1

RST

GPS

RUN ALM ACT

WMPT

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The WMPT is hot-swappable. If a multi-mode base station supports co-transmission and the shared ports for cotransmission are on the WMPT, replacing the WMPT interrupts the services of the peer mode. Typical scenario: The GU dual-mode base station supports co-transmission over IP through the Ethernet link on the WMPT. The GSM data is transmitted through the FE ports interconnecting the WMPT and GTMU panels. For a multi-mode base station in dual-star topology, when the WMPT is removed and inserted again, the rate of GSM or LTE data services may decrease. However, voice services will not be affected.

Procedure
Step 1 Before replacing the WMPT, ask the M2000 administrator to perform the following operations: 1. On the NodeB, run the BLK LOCELL command to block all cells of the NodeB.
NOTE

If this command cannot be executed or services of this cell are interrupted, go to Step 1.2.

2.

Change the ESN on the RNC by referring to the new WMPT. For detailed operations, see Creating NodeB Commissioning Tasks.

Step 2 Put on an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves.


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WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or other electronic components. Step 3 Record cable connections on the panel of the WMPT to be replaced. Step 4 Disconnect the transmission cable from the WMPT. If a surge protection board is configured, the surge protection transfer cable also needs to be disconnected, as shown in Figure 5-9. Figure 5-9 Disconnecting the cables

Step 5 Loosen the two M3 screws on the panel, raise the ejector levers, and pull out the WMPT, as shown in Figure 5-10. Figure 5-10 Removing the WMPT

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Step 6 Set the DIP switches on the new board to the same as the settings of the DIP switches on the replaced board. For details, see WMPT. Step 7 Install the new board, lower the ejector levers, tighten the screws on the board panel to 0.6 Nm (5.31 lbfin.), and reconnect the cables. Step 8 Check the status of the new board by observing the status of indicators. For details about the status of the indicators, see WMPT. Step 9 Upgrade NodeB software and load data configuration file. l To upgrade the NodeB software and load the data configuration file by using a USB flash drive, see section "Upgrading the NodeB Software and Downloading the Data Configuration File (on the NodeB Side)" in the NodeB Commissioning Guide. To upgrade the NodeB software and load the data configuration file on the LMT, see section "Upgrading the NodeB Software and Downloading the Data Configuration File" in the NodeB Commissioning Guide.

Step 10 Inform the M2000 administrator that the replacement is complete, and instruct the administrator to perform the following operations:
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1. 2.

On the NodeB, run the UBL LOCELL command to unblock all cells of the NodeB. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all NodeB alarms according to the instructions in Handling NodeB Alarms. Synchronize the inventory information manually following the instructions in Synchronizing Inventory Data. Ask the onsite engineers to perform dialing tests to check whether the cells can normally provide services.

3. 4.

Step 11 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all tools. ----End

Follow-up Procedure
l l l Place the replaced component into an ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a foam-padded carton or the packing box of the new module. Fill in the fault form with detailed information about the replaced component. Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.

5.2.4 Replacing the LMPT


The LTE main processing and transmission unit (LMPT) manages the entire eNodeB system in terms of OM and signaling processing and provides system clock for the BBU.

Prerequisites
l To confirm the type of a faulty board, do as follows: If the board can be queried online, run the associated command on the LMT following the instructions in 5.1.1 Querying the Electronic Label for a Board. If the board is faulty and cannot be queried online, query the board information offline on the M2000 following the instructions in Querying Inventory Data. l Make preparations according to onsite conditions of the eNodeB. Scenario No SeGW is configured and the LOFD-002004 Self-configuration feature is available. Preparation 1. Download the eNodeB software working with the product version of the eNodeB from http:// support.huawei.com. 2. Run the BKP CFGFILE command to back up a configuration file and run the ULD CFGFILE command to upload it to the server. 3. Run the ULD LICENSE command to upload the license file to the server.

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Scenario No SeGW is configured and the LOFD-002004 Self-configuration feature is unavailable.

Preparation 1. Download the eNodeB software working with the product version of the eNodeB from http:// support.huawei.com. 2. Run the BKP CFGFILE command to back up a configuration file and run the ULD CFGFILE command to upload it to the server. 3. Run the ULD LICENSE command to upload the license file to the server. 4. Prepare a USB flash drive. For details, see section "Obtaining the USB Storage Device for Onsite eNodeB Commissioning" in the eNodeB Commissioning Guide.

An SeGW is configured and the LOFD-002004 Self-configuration feature is available.

1. Download the eNodeB software working with the product version of the eNodeB from http:// support.huawei.com. 2. Run the BKP CFGFILE command to back up a configuration file and run the ULD CFGFILE command to upload it to the server. 3. Run the ULD LICENSE command to upload the license file to the server. 4. Obtain the certificate from the root CA for the operator.

An SeGW is configured and the LOFD-002004 Self-configuration feature is unavailable.

1. Download the eNodeB software working with the product version of the eNodeB from http:// support.huawei.com. 2. Run the BKP CFGFILE command to back up a configuration file and run the ULD CFGFILE command to upload it to the server. 3. Run the ULD LICENSE command to upload the license file to the server. 4. Obtain the certificate from the root CA for the operator. 5. Prepare a USB flash drive. For details, see section "Obtaining the USB Storage Device for Onsite eNodeB Commissioning" in the eNodeB Commissioning Guide.

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Query alarms reported by the base station. For details, see Browsing the Current Alarm. The serial number of the board is in the whitelist of the PKI system. The following tools and materials are available: an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves and an M3 Phillips screwdriver. Associated personnel have gained permission to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Context
l Figure 5-11 shows the position of the LMPT in the BBU. Figure 5-11 Position of the LMPT

LMPT TX

RX

TX

RX

RUN ALM ACT

SFP 0

SFP 1

USB TST

ETH

FE/GE0

FE/GE1

RST

GPS

LMPT

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The LMPT is hot-swappable. For a multi-mode base station in dual-star topology, when the LMPT is removed and inserted again, the rate of GSM or UMTS data services may decrease. However, voice services will not be affected.

Procedure
Step 1 Before replacing the LMPT, ask the M2000 administrator to perform the following operations: 1. 2. On the eNodeB, run the ULD LICENSE command to back up the license file. On the eNodeB, run the BLK CELL command to block all cells of the eNodeB.
NOTE

If this command cannot be executed or services of this cell are interrupted, go to Step 2.

Step 2 Put on an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves.

WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or other electronic components. Step 3 Record cable connections on the panel of the LMPT to be replaced. Step 4 Disconnect the cables from the LMPT, as shown in Figure 5-12. Figure 5-12 Disconnecting the cables

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Step 5 Loosen the two M3 screws on the panel, raise the ejector levers, and pull out the LMPT, as shown in Figure 5-13. Figure 5-13 Removing the LMPT

2 1

Step 6 Install the new board, lower the ejector levers, tighten the screws on the board panel to 0.6 Nm (5.31 lbfin.), and reconnect the cables. Step 7 Check the status of the new board by observing the status of indicators. For details about the status of the indicators, see LMPT. Step 8 Perform the following operations according to onsite conditions of the eNodeB: Scenario No SeGW is configured, the LOFD-002004 Self-configuration feature is available, and the eNodeB automatically establishes an OM link to the M2000. Operation Inform the M2000 administrator that the replacement is complete, and instruct the administrator to perform the following operations: 1. Load the eNodeB software, configuration file, and license file following the instructions in Upgrading NE Software and Patches Through a Wizard. 2. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all eNodeB alarms according to the instructions in Browsing Active Alarms or Events. 3. Synchronize the inventory information manually following the instructions in Synchronizing Inventory Data. 4. Ask the onsite engineers to perform dialing tests to check whether the cells can normally provide services.

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Scenario No SeGW is configured, the LOFD-002004 Self-configuration feature is unavailable, and the eNodeB cannot automatically establish an OM link to the M2000.

Operation Instruct the onsite maintenance personnel to perform the following operations: 1. Plug a USB flash drive used for site deployment into the USB port on the LMPT. For details, see section "Downloading and Activating the Software and Data Configuration File Through the USB Storage Device" in the eNodeB Commissioning Guide. 2. Load a commercial license following the instructions in Installing the WiMAX BTS (BTS3701B)/eNodeB License. 3. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all eNodeB alarms according to the instructions in Browsing Active Alarms or Events. 4. Synchronize the inventory information manually following the instructions in Synchronizing Inventory Data. 5. Ask the onsite engineers to perform dialing tests to check whether the cells can normally provide services.

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Scenario An SeGW is configured, the LOFD-002004 Self-configuration feature is available, and the eNodeB automatically establishes an OM link to the M2000.

Operation Inform the M2000 administrator that the replacement is complete, and instruct the administrator to perform the following operations: 1. Load the eNodeB software, configuration file, and license file following the instructions in Upgrading NE Software and Patches Through a Wizard. 2. Perform the following operations on the M2000: Automatically Applying for a Device Digital Certificate and Activating a Device Digital Certificate. Note that the eNodeB will apply for a device certificate from the Certificate Authority (CA). After the certificate is downloaded, activate the certificate. 3. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all eNodeB alarms according to the instructions in Browsing Active Alarms or Events. 4. Synchronize the inventory information manually following the instructions in Synchronizing Inventory Data. 5. Ask the onsite engineers to perform dialing tests to check whether the cells can normally provide services.

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Scenario An SeGW is configured, the LOFD-002004 Self-configuration feature is unavailable, and the eNodeB cannot automatically establish an OM link to the M2000.

Operation Instruct the onsite maintenance personnel to perform the following operations: 1. Power off the BBU following the instructions in Powering Off the BBU3900. 2. Plug a USB flash drive used for site deployment into the USB port on the LMPT. For details, see section "Downloading and Activating the Software and Data Configuration File Through the USB Storage Device" in the eNodeB Commissioning Guide. 3. Load a commercial license following the instructions in Installing the WiMAX BTS (BTS3701B)/eNodeB License. 4. Power on the BBU. For details, see Powering On the BBU3900. Note that the eNodeB software and configuration file will be loaded in 20 minutes. After this, the eNodeB will automatically establish an OM link to the M2000. After an OM link is established, ask the M2000 administrator to perform the following operations: 5. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all eNodeB alarms according to the instructions in Browsing Active Alarms or Events. 6. Synchronize the inventory information manually following the instructions in Synchronizing Inventory Data. 7. Ask the onsite engineers to perform dialing tests to check whether the cells can normally provide services.

Step 9 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all tools. ----End

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5.2.5 Replacing the WBBP


The WCDMA baseband processing unit (WBBP) is configured in the BBU and it processes baseband signals.

Prerequisites
l To confirm the type of a faulty board, do as follows: If the board can be queried online, run the associated command on the LMT following the instructions in 5.1.1 Querying the Electronic Label for a Board. If the board is faulty and cannot be queried online, query the board information offline on the M2000 following the instructions in Querying Inventory Data. l l l Query alarms reported by the base station. For details, see Browsing the Current Alarm. The following tools and materials are available: an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves and an M3 Phillips screwdriver. Associated personnel have gained permission to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Context
l Figure 5-14 shows the position of the WBBP in the BBU. Figure 5-14 Position of the WBBP

WBBP

TX

RX TX

RX TX

RX

RUN ALM ACT

CPRI0/EIH0

CPRI1/EIH1

CPRI2/EIH2

WBBP

The WBBP is hot-swappable.

Procedure
Step 1 Before replacing the WBBP, ask the M2000 administrator to perform the following operation: 1. On the NodeB, run the BLK BRD command to block the WBBP. Step 2 Put on an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves.

WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or other electronic components. Step 3 Record cable connections on the panel of the WBBP to be replaced. Step 4 Disconnect the CPRI cable from the WBBP and remove the optical module, as shown in Figure 5-15.
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Figure 5-15 Disconnecting the cables

Step 5 Loosen the two M3 screws on the panel, raise the ejector levers, and pull out the WBBP, as shown in Figure 5-16. Figure 5-16 Removing the WBBP

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Step 6 Install the new board, lower the ejector levers, and tighten the screws on the board panel to 0.6 Nm (5.31 lbfin.). Then install optical modules and reconnect the cables. Step 7 After the board starts up, wait for 15 minutes. Then determine whether the board is operational according to the status of the indicators on the board. For details about the status of the indicators, see WBBP. Step 8 Inform the M2000 administrator that the replacement is complete, and instruct the administrator to perform the following operations: 1. 2. On the NodeB, run the UBL BRD command to unblock the WBBP. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all NodeB alarms according to the instructions in Handling NodeB Alarms. Synchronize the inventory information manually following the instructions in Synchronizing Inventory Data. Ask the onsite engineers to perform dialing tests to check whether the cells can normally provide services.

3. 4.

Step 9 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all tools. ----End

Follow-up Procedure
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Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.

5.2.6 Replacing the LBBP


The LTE baseband processing unit (LBBP) in the BBU processes baseband and common public radio interface (CPRI) signals.

Prerequisites
l To confirm the type of a faulty board, do as follows: If the board can be queried online, run the associated command on the LMT following the instructions in 5.1.1 Querying the Electronic Label for a Board. If the board is faulty and cannot be queried online, query the board information offline on the M2000 following the instructions in Querying Inventory Data. l l l Query alarms reported by the base station. For details, see Browsing the Current Alarm. The following tools and materials are available: an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves and an M3 Phillips screwdriver. Associated personnel have gained permission to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Context
l Figure 5-17 shows the position of the LBBP in the BBU. Figure 5-17 Position of the LBBP

LBBP

TX

RX TX

RX TX

RX TX

RX TX

RX TX

RX

RUN ALM ACT

CPRI 0

CPRI 1

CPRI 2

CPRI 3

CPRI 4

CPRI 5

LBBP

The LBBP is hot-swappable.

Procedure
Step 1 Before replacing the LBBP, ask the M2000 administrator to perform the following operation: 1. On the eNodeB, run the BLK BRD command to block the LBBP. Step 2 Put on an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves.

WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or other electronic components. Step 3 Record the CPRI cable connections on the panel of the module to be replaced.
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Step 4 Disconnect CPRI cables from the LBBP, as shown in Figure 5-18. Figure 5-18 Disconnecting the cables

Step 5 Loosen the two M3 screws on the panel, raise the ejector levers, and pull out the LBBP, as shown in Figure 5-19. Figure 5-19 Removing the LBBP

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Step 6 Install the new board, lower the ejector levers, tighten the screws on the board panel to 0.6 Nm (5.31 lbfin.), and reconnect the cables. Step 7 After the board starts up, wait for 15 minutes. Then determine whether the board is operational according to the status of the indicators on the board. For details about the status of the indicators, see LBBP. Step 8 Inform the M2000 administrator that the replacement is complete, and instruct the administrator to perform the following operations: 1. 2. On the eNodeB, run the UBL BRD command to unblock the LBBP. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all eNodeB alarms according to the instructions in Browsing Active Alarms or Events. Synchronize the inventory information manually following the instructions in Synchronizing Inventory Data. Ask the onsite engineers to perform dialing tests to check whether the cells can normally provide services.

3. 4.

Step 9 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all tools. ----End

Follow-up Procedure
l Place the replaced component into an ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a foam-padded carton or the packing box of the new module.
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Fill in the fault form with detailed information about the replaced component. Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.

5.2.7 Replacing the FAN Unit


The FAN unit is located in the BBU. The FAN unit and the air intake box form a ventilation loop, which ensures ventilation and heat dissipation. Replacing the FAN unit may lead to overtemperature alarms due to interruption of heat dissipation in the BBU. The services, however, are not affected.

Prerequisites
l To confirm the type of a faulty board, do as follows: If the board can be queried online, run the associated command on the LMT following the instructions in 5.1.1 Querying the Electronic Label for a Board. If the board is faulty and cannot be queried online, query the board information offline on the M2000 following the instructions in Querying Inventory Data. l l l Query alarms reported by the base station. For details, see Browsing the Current Alarm. The tools and materials are available, such as the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves and M3 screwdriver. Associated personnel have gained permissions to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Context
l Figure 5-20 shows the position of the FAN unit in the BBU. Figure 5-20 Position of the FAN unit

FAN

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The FAN unit is hot-swappable. Replacing the FAN unit may lead to overtemperature alarms due to interruption of heat dissipation in the BBU. Therefore, the FAN unit must be replaced within 3 minutes.

Procedure
Step 1 Put on an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.

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WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or electronic components. Step 2 Loosen the two M3 screws on the panel, and then remove the FAN unit, as shown in Figure 5-21. Figure 5-21 Removing the FAN

CAUTION
When removing the fan box, do not touch a rotating fan to avoid injury of your hands. Step 3 Install a new module, tighten the screws on the module to 0.6 Nm (5.31 lbfin.). Step 4 Check the status of the indicators to determine whether the new module works properly. For details about the status of the indicators, see FAN. Step 5 Inform the M2000 administrator that the replacement is complete, and instruct the administrator to perform the following operations:
NOTE

Alarms reported by a GSM+UMTS (GU), GSM+LTE (GL), UMTS+LTE (UL), or GSM+UMTS+LTE (GUL) base station can be checked and cleared on the M2000. For example, alarms reported by a GU base station can be checked and cleared on the M2000.

1.

Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all NodeB alarms according to the instructions in Handling NodeB Alarms. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all GBTS alarms according to the instructions in Handling GBTS Alarms. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all eNodeB alarms according to the instructions in Browsing Active Alarms or Events. Synchronize the inventory information manually following the instructions in Synchronizing Inventory Data.
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Ask the onsite engineers to perform dialing tests to check whether the cells can normally provide services.

Step 6 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all tools. ----End

Follow-up Procedure
l l l Place the replaced component into the ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a foam-padded carton or the packing box of the new component. Fill in the fault form with detailed information about the replaced component. Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.

5.2.8 Replacing a UPEU


A universal power and environment interface unit (UPEU) is configured in a BBU and it converts -48 V DC or +24 V DC power into +12 V DC power.

Prerequisites
l To confirm the type of a faulty board, do as follows: If the board can be queried online, run the associated command on the LMT following the instructions in 5.1.1 Querying the Electronic Label for a Board. If the board is faulty and cannot be queried online, query the board information offline on the M2000 following the instructions in Querying Inventory Data. l l l Query alarms reported by the base station. For details, see Browsing the Current Alarm. The following tools and materials are available: an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves and an M3 Phillips screwdriver. Associated personnel have been permitted to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Context
l Figure 5-22 shows the position of a UPEU in the BBU. Figure 5-22 Position of a UPEU

UPEU

If the only one UPEU in the base station is faulty, replacing the UPEU interrupts power supply to a BBU and accordingly interrupts services carried by the BBU. To avoid the impact, perform Step 1to Step 8to replace the UPEU.
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If one of the two UPEUs in the base station is faulty, replacing the UPEU may cause a failure to monitor the external equipment. To avoid the impact, perform Step 2to Step 7to replace the UPEU.

Procedure
Step 1 Before replacing a UPEU, ask the M2000 administrator to perform the following operations:
NOTE

In a multi-mode base station, block the cells of each mode respectively.

1. 2. 3.

On the NodeB, run the BLK LOCELL command to block all cells working in UMTS mode. On the eNodeB, run the BLK CELL command to block all cells working in LTE mode. On the BSC, run the LST GCELL command to query the configuration of all cells of the base station, and run the SET GCELLADMSTAT command and set ADMSTAT to LOCK to block these cells.

CAUTION
If a standby UPEU is not configured, this operation interrupts services provided by the NodeB. Step 2 Put on an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.

WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, put on an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or other electronic components. Step 3 Record all cable connections on the panel of the UPEU to be replaced. Step 4 Disconnect the power cable, monitoring cable, and alarm cable from the UPEU, as shown in Figure 5-23. Figure 5-23 Disconnecting the cables

Step 5 Remove the two M3 screws on the panel, and pull out the UPEU, as shown in Figure 5-24.

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Figure 5-24 Removing the UPEU

Step 6 Install the new board, tighten the screws on the board to 0.6 N m (5.31 lbf in.), and reconnect the cables. Step 7 Check the status of the new board by observing the status of indicators. For details about the status of the indicators, see UPEU. Step 8 Inform the M2000 administrator that the replacement is complete, and instruct the administrator to perform the following operations:
NOTE

Alarms reported by a GSM+UMTS (GU), GSM+LTE (GL), UMTS+LTE (UL), or GSM+UMTS+LTE (GUL) base station can be checked and cleared on the M2000. For example, alarms reported by a GU base station can be checked and cleared on the M2000.

1. 2. 3. 4.

On the eNodeB, run the UBL CELL command to unblock all cells working in LTE mode. On the NodeB, run the UBL LOCELL command to unblock all cells working in UMTS mode. On the BSC, run the SET GCELLADMSTAT command and set ADMSTAT to UNLOCK to unblock all cells of the BTS. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all NodeB alarms according to the instructions in Handling NodeB Alarms. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all GBTS alarms according to the instructions in Handling GBTS Alarms. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all eNodeB alarms according to the instructions in Browsing Active Alarms or Events. Synchronize the inventory information manually following the instructions in Synchronizing Inventory Data. Ask the onsite engineers to perform dialing tests to check whether the cells can normally provide services.

5.

6.

7. 8.

Step 9 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all the tools. ----End

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Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.

5.2.9 Replacing the UEIU


The Universal Environment Interface Unit (UEIU) provides channels for transmitting the monitoring signals from external equipment to the BBU.

Prerequisites
l To confirm the type of a faulty board, do as follows: If the board can be queried online, run the associated command on the LMT following the instructions in 5.1.1 Querying the Electronic Label for a Board. If the board is faulty and cannot be queried online, query the board information offline on the M2000 following the instructions in Querying Inventory Data. l l l Query alarms reported by the base station. For details, see Browsing the Current Alarm. The tools and materials are available, such as the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves and M3 screwdriver. Associated personnel have gained permissions to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Context
l Figure 5-25 shows the position of the UEIU in the BBU. Figure 5-25 Position of the UEIU
UEIU

l l

The UEIU is hot-swappable. Replacing the UEIU may cause the failure to monitor the external equipment. Therefore, the UEIU must be replaced within 5 minutes.

Procedure
Step 1 Put on an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.

WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or electronic components. Step 2 Record all the cable connections on the panel of the module to be replaced. Step 3 Disconnect the monitoring cable and alarm cable from the UEIU. as shown in Figure 5-26.
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Figure 5-26 Disconnecting the cables

Step 4 Loosen the two M3 screws on the panel, and pull out the UEIU, as shown in Figure 5-27. Figure 5-27 Removing the UEIU

1 2

Step 5 Install the new board, tighten the screws on the board to 0.6 Nm (5.31 lbfin.), and then reconnect the cables. Step 6 Inform the M2000 administrator that the replacement is complete, and instruct the administrator to perform the following operations:
NOTE

Alarms reported by a GSM+UMTS (GU), GSM+LTE (GL), UMTS+LTE (UL), or GSM+UMTS+LTE (GUL) base station can be checked and cleared on the M2000. For example, alarms reported by a GU base station can be checked and cleared on the M2000.

1.

Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all NodeB alarms according to the instructions in Handling NodeB Alarms. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all GBTS alarms according to the instructions in Handling GBTS Alarms. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all eNodeB alarms according to the instructions in Browsing Active Alarms or Events. Synchronize the inventory information manually following the instructions in Synchronizing Inventory Data. Ask the onsite engineers to perform dialing tests to check whether the cells can normally provide services.

2.

3.

4. 5.

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Follow-up Procedure
l l l Place the replaced component into the ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a foam-padded carton or the packing box of the new component. Fill in the fault form with detailed information about the replaced component. Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.

5.2.10 Replacing the USCU


The Universal Satellite card and Clock Unit (USCU) in the BBU receives clock signals, such as Global Positioning System (GPS), remote global position system (RGPS), building integrated timing supply (BITS), and M-1PPS signals. In addition, it transmits or receives 1PPS+TOD clock signals.

Prerequisites
l To confirm the type of a faulty board, do as follows: If the board can be queried online, run the associated command on the LMT following the instructions in 5.1.1 Querying the Electronic Label for a Board. If the board is faulty and cannot be queried online, query the board information offline on the M2000 following the instructions in Querying Inventory Data. l l l Query alarms reported by the base station. For details, see Browsing the Current Alarm. The tools and materials are available, such as the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves and M3 screwdriver. Associated personnel have gained permissions to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Context
l Figure 5-28 shows the position of the USCU in the BBU. Figure 5-28 Position of the USCU
USCU

USCU

GPS

RX+ RX- TX+ TX- 1S+ 1S- GND PWR

M-1PPS

BITS

YELLOW OUT

GREEN IN

RUN ALM ACT

RGPS

TOD0

TOD1

The USCU is hot-swappable.

Procedure
Step 1 Put on an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.

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WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or electronic components. Step 2 Record all the cable connections on the panel of the module to be replaced. Step 3 Remove the GPS clock signal cable from the USCU, as shown in Figure 5-29. Figure 5-29 Disconnecting the cables

Step 4 Loosen the two M3 screws on the panel, raise the ejector levers, and then pull out the USCU, as shown in Figure 5-30. Figure 5-30 Removing the USCU

2 1

Step 5 Install the new board, lower the ejector levers, tighten the screws on the board to 0.6 Nm (5.31 lbfin.), and then reconnect the cables. Step 6 Check the status of the new board by observing the status of indicators. For details about the status of the indicators, see USCU. Step 7 Inform the M2000 administrator that the replacement is complete, and instruct the administrator to perform the following operations:
NOTE

Alarms reported by a GSM+UMTS (GU), GSM+LTE (GL), UMTS+LTE (UL), or GSM+UMTS+LTE (GUL) base station can be checked and cleared on the M2000. For example, alarms reported by a GU base station can be checked and cleared on the M2000.

1.

Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all NodeB alarms according to the instructions in Handling NodeB Alarms. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all GBTS alarms according to the instructions in Handling GBTS Alarms.
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3.

Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all eNodeB alarms according to the instructions in Browsing Active Alarms or Events. Synchronize the inventory information manually following the instructions in Synchronizing Inventory Data. Ask the onsite engineers to perform dialing tests to check whether the cells can normally provide services.

4. 5.

Step 8 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all tools. ----End

Follow-up Procedure
l l l Place the replaced component into the ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a foam-padded carton or the packing box of the new component. Fill in the fault form with detailed information about the replaced component. Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.

5.2.11 Replacing a UTRP


A universal transmission processing unit (UTRP) provides ports for transmission.

Prerequisites
l To confirm the type of a faulty board, do as follows: If the board can be queried online, run the associated command on the LMT following the instructions in 5.1.1 Querying the Electronic Label for a Board. If the board is faulty and cannot be queried online, query the board information offline on the M2000 following the instructions in Querying Inventory Data. l l l Query alarms reported by the base station. For details, see Browsing the Current Alarm. The following tools and materials are available: an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves and an M3 Phillips screwdriver. Associated personnel have been permitted to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Context
l Figure 5-31 shows the recommended position of a UTRP in the BBU. Figure 5-31 Position of a UTRP
UTRP
UTRP
E1/T1(0-3) E1/T1(4-7)
RUN ALM ACT

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A multi-mode base station supports co-transmission and the shared port for co-transmission is located on the UTRP. Therefore, replacing the UTRP interrupts services of the peer mode.

Procedure
Step 1 Before replacing a UTRP, ask the M2000 administrator to perform the following operations:
NOTE

In a multi-mode base station, block the cells of each mode respectively.

1. 2. 3.

On the eNodeB, run the BLK CELL command to block all cells working in LTE mode. On the NodeB, run the BLK LOCELL command to block all cells working in UMTS mode. On the BSC, run the SET GCELLADMSTAT command to block all cells working in GSM mode.

Step 2 Put on an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.

WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, put on an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or other electronic components. Step 3 Record all cable connections on the panel of the UTRP to be replaced. Step 4 Disconnect the transmission cable from the UTRP. If a surge protection board is configured, its cable also needs to be disconnected, as shown in Figure 5-32. Figure 5-32 Disconnecting the cables

Step 5 Loosen the two M3 screws on the panel, raise the ejector levers, and pull out the UTRP, as shown in Figure 5-33. Figure 5-33 Removing the UTRP

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Step 6 Set the DIP switches on the new board to the same as the settings of the DIP switches on the replaced board. For details about the DIP switch, see UTRP. Step 7 Install the new board, lower the ejector levers, tighten the screws on the board panel to 0.6 N m (5.31 lbf in.), and reconnect the cables. Step 8 Check the status of the new board by observing the status of indicators. For details about the status of the indicators, see UTRP. Step 9 Inform the M2000 administrator that the replacement is complete, and instruct the administrator to perform the following operations:
NOTE

Alarms reported by a GSM+UMTS (GU), GSM+LTE (GL), UMTS+LTE (UL), or GSM+UMTS+LTE (GUL) base station can be checked and cleared on the M2000. For example, alarms reported by a GU base station can be checked and cleared on the M2000.

1. 2. 3. 4.

On the eNodeB, run the UBL CELL command to unblock all cells working in LTE mode. On the NodeB, run the UBL LOCELL command to unblock all cells working in UMTS mode. On the BSC, run the SET GCELLADMSTAT command to unblock all cells working in GSM mode. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all NodeB alarms according to the instructions in Handling NodeB Alarms. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all GBTS alarms according to the instructions in Handling GBTS Alarms. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all eNodeB alarms according to the instructions in Browsing Active Alarms or Events. Synchronize the inventory information manually following the instructions in Synchronizing Inventory Data. Ask the onsite engineers to perform dialing tests to check whether the cells can normally provide services.

5.

6.

7. 8.

Step 10 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all the tools. ----End

Follow-up Procedure
l l l Place the replaced component into an ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a foam-padded carton or into the packing box of the new component. Fill in the fault form with detailed information about the replaced component. Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.

5.2.12 Replacing a UBRI


A universal baseband radio interface board (UBRI) provides ports for common public radio interface (CPRI) cables. Replacing a UBRI interrupts services carried by the board.
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Prerequisites
l To confirm the type of a faulty board, do as follows: If the board can be queried online, run the associated command on the LMT following the instructions in 5.1.1 Querying the Electronic Label for a Board. If the board is faulty and cannot be queried online, query the board information offline on the M2000 following the instructions in Querying Inventory Data. l l l Query alarms reported by the base station. For details, see Browsing the Current Alarm. The following tools and materials are available: an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves and an M3 Phillips screwdriver. Associated personnel have been permitted to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Context
l Figure 5-34 shows the position of a UBRI in a BBU. Figure 5-34 Position of a UBRI in a BBU

UBRI

TX

RX TX

RX TX

RX TX

RX TX

RX TX

RX

RUN ALM ACT

CPRI 0

CPRI 1

CPRI 2

CPRI 3

CPRI 4

CPRI 5

UBRI

The UBRI is hot-swappable.

Procedure
Step 1 Before replacing a UBRI, ask the M2000 administrator to perform the following operations:
NOTE

In a multi-mode base station, block the cells of each mode respectively.

1.

On the BSC, run the LST GCELL command to query the configuration of all cells of the base station, and run the SET GCELLADMSTAT command and set ADMSTAT to LOCK to block these cells.

Step 2 Put on an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.

WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, put on an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or other electronic components. Step 3 Record all cable connections on the panel of the UBRI to be replaced. Step 4 Disconnect CPRI cables from the board, as shown in Figure 5-35.
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Figure 5-35 Disconnecting the cables

Step 5 Loosen the two M3 screws on the panel, raise the ejector levers, and pull out the UBRI, as shown in Figure 5-36. Figure 5-36 Removing the UBRI

2 1

Step 6 Install the new board, lower the ejector levers, tighten the screws on the board panel to 0.6 N m (5.31 lbf in.), and reconnect the cables. Step 7 Check the status of the new board by observing the status of indicators. For details about the status of the indicators, see UBRI. Step 8 Inform the M2000 administrator that the replacement is complete, and instruct the administrator to perform the following operations: 1. 2. On the BSC, run the SET GCELLADMSTAT command and set ADMSTAT to UNLOCK to unblock all cells of the BTS. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all NodeB alarms according to the instructions in Handling NodeB Alarms. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all GBTS alarms according to the instructions in Handling GBTS Alarms. Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all eNodeB alarms according to the instructions in Browsing Active Alarms or Events. Synchronize the inventory information manually following the instructions in Synchronizing Inventory Data. Ask the onsite engineers to perform dialing tests to check whether the cells can normally provide services.

3.

4.

5. 6.

Step 9 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all the tools. ----End
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Follow-up Procedure
l l l Place the replaced component into an ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a foam-padded carton or into the packing box of the new component. Fill in the fault form with detailed information about the replaced component. Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.

5.2.13 Replacing the Optical Module


The optical module is used for the optical transmission between the BBU and other devices.

Prerequisites
l Confirm the type of a faulty board and do as follows: Run the DSP BTSOPTMODULE command on the BSC. Run the DSP OPINFO command on the NodeB. Run the DSP OPTMODULE command on the eNodeB. Confirm the type of the faulty optical module according to the Rate, Wavelength, and Transmission mode fields in the query result and obtain an optical module of the same type. Figure 5-37 shows the label on the optical module. Figure 5-37 Label on the optical module

(1) Peak rate

(2) Wavelength

(3) Transmission mode

If the software version does not support query of the type of the optical module by using an MML command, obtain all types of optical modules. l l Obtain tools and materials, such as the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves. Gain permission to access the site and obtain the required keys.

Context
l Figure 5-38 shows the position of the optical module on a board.

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Figure 5-38 Position of the optical module

(1) Optical module

l l

Optical modules are hot-swappable. Replacing the optical module interrupts the services carried on this port.

Procedure
Step 1 Put on an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves.

CAUTION
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or electronic components. Step 2 If all types of optical modules get prepared, obtain an optical module of the same type or the optical module that can replace the faulty optical module according to the label on the optical module and spare part catalog.
NOTE

The optical modules to be installed must have a matching rate with the corresponding CPRI port.

Step 3 Record the position of the faulty optical module on the board. Step 4 Press the latch on the optical cable connector, and remove the connector from the faulty optical module, as shown in Figure 5-39.

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Figure 5-39 Disconnecting the cables

WARNING
Do not look into the optical module without eye protection after the optical cable is removed from the optical module.

Step 5 Turn the puller on the faulty optical module outwards, hold the puller and take the faulty optical module out of the slot, as shown in Figure 5-40. Figure 5-40 Removing the optical module

Step 6 Install a new optical module on the BBU3806, and fasten the puller.

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Step 7 Remove the dustproof caps from the new optical module, and insert the optical cable connector into the new optical module. Step 8 Check whether the transmission is proper according to the status of the indicators on the board. For details about the status of the indicators on the board, see the related hardware description. Step 9 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all tools. ----End

Follow-up Procedure
l l l Place the replaced component into the ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a foam-padded carton or the packing box of the new component. Fill in the fault form with detailed information about the replaced component. Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.

5.3 Adding Components in the BBU3900


This chapter describes how to add new boards in the BBU during the maintenance.

5.3.1 Adding a UPEU


A UPEUc needs to be added of the power required by the BBU exceeds the power supported by the UPEU.
NOTE

If the BBU is installed in an outdoor mini box (OMB) or indoor mini box (IMB03) with an AC power supply, the BBU cannot be equipped with two UPEUs.

Adding a UPEUc
This section describes how to add a UPEUc when a UPEUc is already installed in the BBU.

Prerequisites
l l The following tools and materials are available: an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves and an M3 Phillips screwdriver. Associated personnel have gained permission to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Context
A UPEUc needs to be added if the power required by the BBU exceeds the power supported by the UPEU. The existing UPEUc is installed in slot 19 and the added UPEUc can be installed in slot 18, as shown in Figure 5-41.

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Figure 5-41 Slot for holding the new UPEUc

Procedure
Step 1 Put on an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves.

WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or other electronic components. Step 2 Install a UPEUc in slot 18 and tighten the screws on the panel to 0.6 Nm (5.31 lbfin.), as shown in Figure 5-42. Figure 5-42 Installing the UPEUc

Step 3 Install a power cable for the UPEUc. For details about the operation, see the related installation guide. 1. 2. Connect the 3V3 power connector at one end of the power cable to the -48V port on the UPEUc, and tighten the screws on the connector to 0.25 Nm (2.21 lbfin.). Connect the other end of the power cable to the power supply equipment onsite.

Step 4 Power on the UPEUc. Step 5 Check the status of the new board by observing the status of indicators. For details about the status of the indicators, see UPEU.
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Step 6 Perform the following operations on the LMT: 1. 2. 3. On the NodeB, run the ADD BRD command to configure the newly added UPEUc. On the eNodeB, run the ADD BRD command to configure the newly added UPEUc. On the BSC, run the ADD BTSBRD command to configure the newly added UPEUc.

Step 7 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all tools. ----End

Replacing a UEIU with a UPEUc


This section describes how to replace a universal environment interface unit (UEIU) with a universal power and environment interface unit REV:c (UPEUc) in a BBU where another UPEUc is also installed.

Prerequisites
l l The following tools and materials are available: an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves and an M3 Phillips screwdriver. Associated personnel have gained permission to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Context
As shown in Figure 5-43, a UPEUc is installed in slot 19 and the UEIU to be replaced is installed in slot 18. Figure 5-43 Slot housing the UEIU to be replaced

Procedure
Step 1 Ask the M2000 administrator to perform the following operations: 1. 2. Run the DSP BRD command to check whether the UEIU has been configured. Run the RMV BRD command to clear data about the UEIU.

Step 2 Put on an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.

WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or electronic components.
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Step 3 Record all the cable connections on the panel of the module to be replaced. Step 4 Disconnect the monitoring cable and alarm cable from the UEIU. as shown in Figure 5-44. Figure 5-44 Disconnecting the cables

Step 5 Loosen the two M3 screws on the panel, and pull out the UEIU, as shown in Figure 5-45. Figure 5-45 Removing the UEIU

1 2

Step 6 Install a UPEUc in slot 18 and tighten the screws on the board to 0.6 Nm (5.31 lbfin.), as shown in Figure 5-46. Figure 5-46 Installing the UPEUc

Step 7 Install a power cable for the UPEUc. For details about the operation, see the related installation guide. 1. 2.
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Step 8 Connect the cables to corresponding ports on the UPEUc according to the cable connection records for the UEIU. Step 9 Power on the UPEUc. Step 10 Check the status of the new board by observing the status of indicators. For details about the status of the indicators, see UPEU. Step 11 Perform the following operations on the LMT: 1. 2. 3. On the NodeB, run the ADD BRD command to configure the newly added UPEUc. On the eNodeB, run the ADD BRD command to configure the newly added UPEUc. On the BSC, run the ADD BTSBRD command to configure the newly added UPEUc.

Step 12 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all tools. ----End

Follow-up Procedure
Place the replaced component into an ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a foam-padded carton or the packing box of the new module.

Replacing a UEIU and a UPEUa with Two UPEUc Boards


This section describes how to replace a universal environment interface unit (UEIU) and a universal power and environment interface unit REV:a (UPEUa) in a BBU with two universal power and environment interface unit REV:c (UPEUc) boards.

Prerequisites
l l The following tools and materials are available: an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves and an M3 Phillips screwdriver. Associated personnel have gained permission to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Context
As shown in Figure 5-47, a UEIU is installed in slot 18 and a UPEUa is installed in slot 19. Figure 5-47 Slots housing the UEIU and UPEUa

Procedure
Step 1 Ask the M2000 administrator to perform the following operations:
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1. 2.

Run the DSP BRD command to check whether the UEIU has been configured. Run the RMV BRD command to clear data about the UEIU.

Step 2 Put on an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.

WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or electronic components. Step 3 Record cable connections on the panels of the UEIU and UPEUa. Step 4 Disconnect the monitoring cable and alarm cable from the UEIU. as shown in Figure 5-48. Figure 5-48 Disconnecting the cables

Step 5 Loosen the two M3 screws on the panel, and pull out the UEIU, as shown in Figure 5-49. Figure 5-49 Removing the UEIU

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Step 6 Install a UPEUc in slot 18 and tighten the screws on the board to 0.6 Nm (5.31 lbfin.), as shown in Figure 5-50.

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Figure 5-50 Installing the UPEUc

Step 7 Install a power cable for the UPEUc. For details about the operation, see the related installation guide. 1. 2. Connect the 3V3 power connector at one end of the power cable to the -48V port on the UPEUc, and tighten the screws on the connector to 0.25 Nm (2.21 lbfin.). Connect the other end of the power cable to the power supply equipment onsite.

Step 8 Connect the cables to corresponding ports on the UPEUc according to the cable connection records for the UEIU. Step 9 Power on the UPEUc installed in slot 18. Step 10 Power off the UPEUa installed in slot 19. Step 11 Disconnect the power cable, monitoring cable, and alarm cable from the UPEUa, as shown in Figure 5-51. Figure 5-51 Disconnecting the cables

Step 12 Remove the two M3 screws on the panel, and pull out the UPEU, as shown in Figure 5-52. Figure 5-52 Removing the UPEU

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Step 13 Install a UPEUc in slot 19 and tighten the screws on the board to 0.6 Nm (5.31 lbfin.), as shown in Figure 5-53. Figure 5-53 Installing the UPEUc

Step 14 Install a power cable for the UPEUc. For details about the operation, see the related installation guide. 1. 2. Connect the 3V3 power connector at one end of the power cable to the -48V port on the UPEUc, and tighten the screws on the connector to 0.25 Nm (2.21 lbfin.). Connect the other end of the power cable to the power supply equipment onsite.

Step 15 Connect the cables to corresponding ports on the UPEUc that has replaced the UPEUa based on the cable connection records for the UPEUa. Step 16 Power on the UPEUc installed in slot 19. Step 17 Check the status of the new board by observing the status of indicators. For details about the status of the indicators, see UPEU. Step 18 Perform the following operations on the LMT: 1. 2. 3. On the NodeB, run the ADD BRD command to configure the newly added UPEUc. On the eNodeB, run the ADD BRD command to configure the newly added UPEUc. On the BSC, run the ADD BTSBRD command to configure the newly added UPEUc.

Step 19 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all tools. ----End

Follow-up Procedure
Place the replaced component into an ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a foam-padded carton or the packing box of the new module.

Replacing Two UPEUa Boards with Two UPEUc Boards


This section describes how to replace two universal power and environment interface unit REV:a (UPEUa) boards in a BBU with two universal power and environment interface unit REV:c (UPEUc) boards.
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Prerequisites
l l The following tools and materials are available: an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves and an M3 Phillips screwdriver. Associated personnel have gained permission to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Context
As shown in Figure 5-54, two UPEUa boards to be replaced are installed in slots 18 and 19 separately. Figure 5-54 Slots housing two UPEUa boards

Procedure
Step 1 Put on an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.

WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or electronic components. Step 2 Record cable connections on the panels of the two UPEUa boards. Step 3 Power off the UPEUa installed in slot 18. Step 4 Disconnect cables from the UPEUa installed in slot 18, as shown in Figure 5-55. Figure 5-55 Disconnecting the cables

Step 5 Remove the UPEUa from slot 18, as shown in Figure 5-56.

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Figure 5-56 Removing the UPEUa from slot 18

Step 6 Install a UPEUc in slot 18 and tighten the screws on the board to 0.6 Nm (5.31 lbfin.), as shown in Figure 5-57. Figure 5-57 Installing the UPEUc

Step 7 Connect the cables to corresponding ports on the UPEUc newly installed in slot 18 based on the cable connection records for the UPEUa that has been removed from slot 18. Step 8 Power on the UPEUc installed in slot 18. Step 9 Power off the UPEUa installed in slot 19. Step 10 Disconnect cables from the UPEUa installed in slot 19, as shown in Figure 5-55. Step 11 Remove the UPEUa from slot 19, as shown in Figure 5-58. Figure 5-58 Removing the UPEUa from slot 19

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Step 12 Install a UPEUc in slot 19 and tighten the screws on the board to 0.6 Nm (5.31 lbfin.), as shown in Figure 5-59. Figure 5-59 Installing a UPEUc in slot 19

Step 13 Connect the cables to corresponding ports on the UPEUc newly installed in slot 19 based on the cable connection records for the UPEUa that has been removed from slot 19. Step 14 Power on the UPEUc installed in slot 19. Step 15 Check the status of the new board by observing the status of indicators. For details about the status of the indicators, see UPEU. Step 16 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all tools. ----End

Follow-up Procedure
Place the replaced component into an ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a foam-padded carton or the packing box of the new module.

5.3.2 Adding a WBBP


This section describes how to install a WCDMA baseband processing unit (WBBP) when a WBBP is required.

Prerequisites
l l The tools and materials are available, such as the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves and M3 screwdriver. Associated personnel have gained permission to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Context
If the power required by the BBU exceeds the power supported by the UPEU after a WBBP is added, install a UPEUc before adding the WBBP. For details about how to install a UPEUc, see 5.3.1 Adding a UPEU. In some hot areas, if a second UPEU is installed in the BBU in an outdoor AC cabinet, the FAN unit in the BBU must be replaced with a FANc unit that operates at a high speed. For details about how to replace a FAN unit, see 5.2.7 Replacing the FAN Unit.
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In a hot area, the number of days with the maximum temperature higher than 45C (113F) exceeds 10 in a year.

Procedure
Step 1 Put on an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.

WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or electronic components. Step 2 Install the WBBP in the corresponding slot, as shown in Figure 5-60.
NOTE

For details about the configuration principle of the WBBP, see Slot Assignment of the BBU3900.

Figure 5-60 Installing the WBBP

Step 3 If a common public radio interface (CPRI) cable needs to be connected to the WBBP, install the CPRI cable following the instructions in the related installation guide. Step 4 On the LMT, run the ADD BRD command to configure the newly added WBBP. Step 5 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all tools. ----End

5.4 Replacing an RFU


An RFU is a radio frequency unit. Replacing an RFU interrupts services carried by the RFU.

Prerequisites
l To confirm the type of a faulty board, do as follows: If the board can be queried online, run the associated command on the LMT following the instructions in 5.1.1 Querying the Electronic Label for a Board.
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If the board is faulty and cannot be queried online, query the board information offline on the M2000 following the instructions in Querying Inventory Data. l The following tools and materials are available: a torque wrench, an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, a Phillips screwdriver, an ESD box or bag, dustfree cloth, and keys to the cabinet door. Associated personnel have been permitted to access the site and have obtained the required keys.

Context
l The RFU can be a Double Radio Frequency Unit (DRFU), GSM radio frequency unit (GRFU) V1, GRFU V2, GRFU V2a, Multi-Mode Radio Frequency Unit (MRFU) V1, MRFU V2, MRFU V2a, WCDMA radio frequency unit (WRFU), or LTE radio frequency unit (LRFU). Replacing an RFU interrupts services carried by the RFU. Replacing an RFU takes about 6 to 10 minutes. A handle will be used during RFU replacement. The handle is placed in the slot in the upper right corner inside the cabinet door, as shown in Figure 5-61. Figure 5-61 Slot for the handle

l l l

NOTE

Use the handle only to pull an RFU and a fan box outwards horizontally.

WARNING
The RFU is heavy. Therefore, handle it with caution.

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Procedure
Step 1 Ask the M2000 administrator to block the RFU. l On the NodeB, run the BLK BRD command to block the RFU. l On the eNodeB, run the BLK BRD command to block the RFU. l On the BSC, run the SET GTRXADMSTAT command and set ADMSTAT to LOCK to block all carriers of the RFU.
NOTE

l Block the RFU before replacing the module or separately replacing the RF jumper. l If RFU to be replaced works in multiple modes, block the RFU in all modes it supports. l An RFU working in GSM mode cannot be blocked, and therefore you can block only the carriers of the RFU in GSM mode.

Step 2 Verify that TX channels of the RFU are disabled. In this case, the ACT indicator on the RFU panel is blinking (on for 1s and off for 1s). Step 3 Put on an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.
NOTE

Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, put on an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or other electronic components.

Step 4 Set the corresponding DC output power switch on the DCDU panel to OFF to power off the RFU. Step 5 Label the power cable for the faulty RFU and disconnect the cable. Step 6 Label the RF jumper of the faulty RFU, loosen the DIN 7/16 male elbow connector of the RF jumper, and disconnect the RF jumper. Step 7 Label the CPRI cable of the RFU, and disconnect the cable. Step 8 Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screws in the four corners of the RFU and pull the RFU handle to move it outwards 50 mm to 100 mm, as shown in Figure 5-62. Hold the RFU with one hand and remove the RFU from the cabinet with the other hand. Figure 5-62 Removing an RFU

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WARNING
An RFU is heavy. Therefore, handle it with caution. Step 9 Place the handle back to the original position. Step 10 Place the new RFU on guide rails and slide it into the subrack until it snaps shut. Step 11 Tighten the captive screws in the four corners of the RFU panel to secure the RFU onto the subrack. Step 12 Connect the labeled CPRI cable to the new RFU. Step 13 Use a torque wrench to connect the labeled RF jumper to the new RFU and tighten the DIN male elbow connector to 25 N m (221.25 lbf in.) to 35 N m (309.75 lbf in.). Step 14 Connect the labeled power cable to the new RFU and tighten it. Step 15 Set the corresponding DC output power switch on the DCDU panel to ON to power on the RFU. Step 16 Check the operating status of the RFU by observing indicator status. For details about the status of the indicators, see the hardware description of RFUs. Step 17 On the M2000, perform the following operations:
NOTE

Alarms reported by a GSM+UMTS (GU), GSM+LTE (GL), UMTS+LTE (UL), or GSM+UMTS+LTE (GUL) base station can be checked and cleared on the M2000. For example, alarms reported by a GU base station can be checked and cleared on the M2000

1.

Unblock the RFU. l On the NodeB, run the BLK BRD command to unblock the RFU. l On the eNodeB, run the BLK BRD command to unblock the RFU. l On the BSC, run the SET GTRXADMSTAT command and set ADMSTAT to UNLOCK to unblock all carriers of the RFU.

2.

Handle alarms by the following operations: l Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all NodeB alarms according to the instructions in Handling NodeB Alarms. l Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all eNodeB alarms according to the instructions in Browsing Active Alarms or Events. l Check whether any new alarms are generated by the base station according to the instructions in Browsing the Current Alarm. Then handle all GBTS alarms according to the instructions in Handling GBTS Alarms.

3.

Synchronize the inventory information manually. For details, see Synchronizing Inventory Data.

Step 18 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all the tools.
NOTE

After replacing an RFU, decide whether to immediately add new TRXs to the hopping set. For details, see section "Configuring TRX Mutual Aid" in the SingleRAN Reconfiguration Guide.

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Follow-up Procedure
l l Fill in the fault form with detailed information about the replaced component. Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.

5.5 Replacing a DCDU-11A


The DCDU-11A, installed above the BBU, supplies DC power to the cabinet.

Prerequisites
l l Tools and materials, such as an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves and screwdrivers, are ready. Associated personnel have been permitted to access the site and obtained required keys.

Context
l l Replacing a DCDU-11A interrupts all the services carried by the cabinet. It takes about 20 minutes to replace the DCDU-11A.

Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.
NOTE

Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or electronic components.

Step 2 Power off the BTS3900 by referring to 4.2 Powering Off a BTS3900. Step 3 Label the cables connected to output ports on the DCDU-11A panel, and then disconnect them. Step 4 Remove the protecting hood from the external terminal block of the DCDU-11A using a Phillips screwdriver, as shown in Figure 5-63. Figure 5-63 Removing the protecting hood for the terminal block

Step 5 Label the external input power cable for the DCDU-11A, and then disconnect the cable.
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Step 6 Remove the four M6x12 screws from the mounting ears at both sides of the DCDU-11A, as shown in, as shown in Figure 5-64. Figure 5-64 Removing screws from mounting ears

Step 7 Hold the DCDU-11A with one hand, and pull out the DCDU-11A with the other hand. Step 8 Place the removed DCDU-11A into an ESD box. Step 9 Install a new DCDU-11A into the position where the original one is located, and use the four removed M6x12 screws to secure the DCDU-11A to the subrack. Step 10 Insert the OT terminal of the power cable into the corresponding cable hole in the wiring terminal block. Connect the OT terminal of the -48 V power cable (blue) to the terminal labeled NEG(-), and then connect the OT terminal of the GND cable (black) to the terminal labeled RTN(+). Step 11 Reinstall the protecting hood, and use a screwdriver to tighten the screws. Step 12 Remove rubber covers from power sockets on the new DCDU-11A panel. Step 13 Reconnect the removed cables to the panel of the new DCDU-11A based on cable connection records. Step 14 Power on the BTS3900 by referring to 4.1 Powering On a BTS3900. Step 15 Check whether an exception or an alarm exists. If no, take off the ESD wrist strap or gloves and pack up all the tools. ----End

Follow-up Procedure
l l l Place the replaced module into the ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a carton padded with foam or into the packing box of the new module. Fill in the fault form with the details about the replaced module. Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty module.

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5.6 Replacing the Fan Assembly


The fan assembly and the air inlets of the cabinet form a ventilation loop, which provides ventilation and heat dissipation.

Prerequisites
l l Tools and materials, such as an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves and screwdrivers, are ready. Associated personnel have been permitted to access the site and obtained required keys.

Context
l Replacing the fan assembly interrupts heat dissipation of the cabinet and therefore may cause overtemperature alarms and affect the services carried by the base station. For example, RFUs stop working due to an excessively high temperature. It takes about 20 minutes to replace the fan assembly. The handle on an RFU is used during replacement. The handle is placed in the slot at the upper right inside the cabinet door, as shown in Figure 5-65. Figure 5-65 Slot for placing the RFU handle

l l

NOTE

The handle can be used only to pull the RFU and fan assembly outwards horizontally.

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Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.
NOTE

Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or electronic components.

Step 2 Set the DC power distribution switch labeled SW6 on the DCDU-11A panel to OFF. Figure 5-66 shows the position of the SW6 switch on the DCDU-11A panel. Figure 5-66 Position of the switch labeled SW6

Step 3 Label the cables on the panel of the fan assembly, and then remove the cables. Step 4 Loosen the captive screws on the two sides of the adjustable cable trough, lift the adjustable cable trough, as shown in Figure 5-67.

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Figure 5-67 Lifting the adjustable cable trough

(1) Captive screw

Step 5 Remove the four screws fixing the fan assembly, use a handle to pull the fan assembly outwards with one-third of its length. Support the bottom of the fan assembly with the other hand and pull it until it is completely removed from the cabinet, as shown in Figure 5-68. Then, place the fan assembly into an ESD box. Figure 5-68 Removing the fan assembly

Step 6 Install a new fan assembly, and secure screws.


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Step 7 Place the adjustable cable trough to the original position, and then secure the captive screws on the two sides of the adjustable cable trough. Step 8 Reconnect the removed cables to the panel of the new fan assembly based on cable connection records. Step 9 Set the switch labeled SW6 on the DCDU-11A panel to ON. Step 10 Check whether an exception or an alarm exists. If no, take off the ESD wrist strap or gloves and pack up all the tools. ----End

Follow-up Procedure
l l l Place the replaced component into the ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a carton padded with foam or into the packing box of the new component. Fill in the fault form with the details of the replaced component. Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.

5.7 Replacing the Power Equipment (AC/DC)


Replacing the power equipment (AC/DC) involves replacing the PMU, replacing PSUs (AC/ DC), and replacing the power subrack (AC/DC).

5.7.1 Replacing the Power Subrack (AC/DC)


The power subrack (AC/DC), located in the lower part of the BTS3900 cabinet, provides power input and output ports.

Prerequisites
l l l l Tools and materials, such as an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves and screwdrivers, are ready. The model of the component to be replaced is confirmed by referring to 5.1.2 Query Electronic Label of the Cabinet, and a new component of the same model is ready. Associated personnel have been permitted to access the site and obtained required keys. The new component is intact, and its hardware version is the same as that of the component to be replaced.

Context
l l Replacing the power subrack (AC/DC) interrupts all services carried by the base station. It takes about 25 minutes to replace the power subrack (AC/DC).

Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.
NOTE

Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or electronic components.

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Step 2 Power off the BTS3900 by referring to 4.2 Powering Off a BTS3900. Step 3 Label the cables on the panels of the power subrack (AC/DC) and PMU, and disconnect them. Step 4 Loosen the screws on the panels of the PMU or PSUs (AC/DC), which are located in the power subrack (AC/DC), as shown in Figure 5-69. Figure 5-69 Removing the PMU or PSU (AC/DC)

(1) Screws on the PMU panel


NOTE

(2) PMU

Figure 5-69 shows the procedure for removing the PMU. The two screws on the PSU (AC/DC) panel are in the same positions as the screws on the PMU panel.

Step 5 Raise the ejector lever on the panel of the PMU or PSU, and remove the PMU or PSU from the subrack along guide rails, as shown in Figure 5-69. Step 6 Repeat steps Step 4 and Step 5 to remove the PMU and all PSUs from the power subrack (AC/ DC), and then place the removed PMU and PSUs into an ESD box. Step 7 Remove the four M6x12 screws from the mounting ears at both sides of the power subrack (AC/ DC), as shown in Figure 5-70.

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Figure 5-70 Removing screws from mounting ears

Step 8 Hold the power subrack (AC/DC) with one hand, and pull out the power subrack (AC/DC) with the other hand. Step 9 Place the removed power subrack (AC/DC) into an ESD box. Step 10 Take out a new power subrack (AC/DC), perform the preceding steps in reverse sequence to install the new power subrack (AC/DC) in the cabinet, and install the removed PMU and PSUs into the power subrack (AC/DC). Step 11 Reconnect the removed cables to the panels of the new power subrack (AC/DC) and PMU based on cable connection records.

CAUTION
For 220V AC three-phase power cable, remove the short-circuiting plate from the wiring terminals of the power subrack (AC/DC), and then connect the three live wires and the neutral wire. Refer to "Installing an Input Power Cable for a BTS3900 Cabinet (220 V AC)" in BTS3900 (Ver.C) Installation Guide. Step 12 Power on the BTS3900 by referring to 4.1 Powering On a BTS3900. Step 13 Take off the ESD wrist strap or gloves, and pack up all the tools. ----End

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Follow-up Procedure
l l l Place the replaced component into the ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a carton padded with foam or into the packing box of the new component. Fill in the fault form with the details of the replaced component. Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.

5.7.2 Replacing the PMU


The PMU implements power system management, power distribution detection, and alarm reporting.

Prerequisites
l l l l Tools and materials, such as an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves and screwdrivers, are ready. The model of the component to be replaced is confirmed by referring to 5.1.2 Query Electronic Label of the Cabinet, and a new component of the same model is ready. Associated personnel have been permitted to access the site and obtained required keys. The new component is intact, and its hardware version is the same as that of the component to be replaced.

Context
l l The module is hot-swappable. Replacing the PMU does not affect services.

Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.
NOTE

Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or electronic components.

Step 2 Label the cables on the PMU panel, and disconnect the cables from the PMU panel.

CAUTION
When connecting the DB50 connector of the environment monitoring signal cable, you must press the latches on both sides of the connector with your hands and plug or unplug the connector perpendicularly to or from the PMU panel to prevent false monitoring alarms caused by bent pins. Step 3 Use a screwdriver to loosen the screws on the ejector lever of the PMU panel. Step 4 Raise the ejector lever gently, and remove the PMU from the subrack along guide rails, as shown in Figure 5-71.

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Figure 5-71 Removing the PMU

Step 5 Place the removed PMU into an ESD box. Step 6 Set the DIP switch of the new PMU, as shown in Figure 5-72. Figure 5-72 Setting the DIP switch

Step 7 Use a screwdriver to loosen the screws on the ejector lever of the module, and raise the ejector lever. Step 8 Slide the module along the guide rails into the subrack until it snaps shut, and lower the ejector lever. Step 9 Tighten the screws on the ejector lever. Figure 5-73 shows the installation process.

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Figure 5-73 Installing the PMU

Step 10 Reconnect the removed cables to the panel of the new PMU based on cable connection records. Step 11 Take off the ESD wrist strap or gloves, and pack up all the tools. ----End

Follow-up Procedure
l l l Place the replaced component into the ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a carton padded with foam or into the packing box of the new component. Fill in the fault form with the details of the replaced component. Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.

5.7.3 Replacing a PSU (AC/DC)


When a PSU (AC/DC) is faulty and cannot be repaired promptly, you must replace it.

Prerequisites
l l l l Tools and materials, such as an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves and screwdrivers, are ready. The model of the component to be replaced is confirmed by referring to 5.1.2 Query Electronic Label of the Cabinet, and a new component of the same model is ready. Associated personnel have been permitted to access the site and obtained required keys. The new component is intact, and its hardware version is the same as that of the component to be replaced.
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Context
l l The module is hot-swappable. Replacing the PSU (AC/DC) causes power-off of the cabinet and therefore interrupts all services carried by the base station.

Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.
NOTE

Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or electronic components.

Step 2 Use a screwdriver to loosen the screws on the ejector lever of the PSU (AC/DC) panel. Step 3 Raise the ejector lever, and remove the PSU (AC/DC) from the subrack along guide rails, as shown in Figure 5-74. Figure 5-74 Removing the PSU (AC/DC)

NOTE

Pull out the PSU module with your palm upward. The PSU module should be pulled out quickly and it cannot be remained loosely.

Step 4 Place the removed PSU (AC/DC) into an ESD box. Step 5 Use a screwdriver to loosen the screws on the ejector lever of the PSU (AC/DC), and raise the ejector lever. Step 6 Slide the module along the guide rails into the subrack until it snaps shut, and lower the ejector lever. Step 7 Tighten the screws on the ejector lever. Figure 5-75 shows the installation process.

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Figure 5-75 Installing the PSU (AC/DC)

Step 8 Take off the ESD wrist strap or gloves, and pack up all the tools. ----End

Follow-up Procedure
l l l Place the replaced component into the ESD box or bag. Then, place the ESD box or bag into a carton padded with foam or into the packing box of the new component. Fill in the fault form with the details of the replaced component. Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.

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