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BTS3900 (Ver.
B)
Site Maintenance Guide

Issue
07
Date
2011-08-30
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About This Document
About This Document

Purpose
This document describes the routine hardware maintenance items of the BTS3900 (Ver.B)
(hereinafter referred to as BTS3900). The maintenance items are equipment room environment
maintenance, power and grounding system maintenance, and cabinet maintenance. This
document also describes the procedures for replacing components, modules, and boards.
Product Version
The following table lists the product version related to this document.
Product Name
Product Version
BTS3900 (Ver.B) WCDMA
V200R013
BTS3900 (Ver.B) LTE
V100R004
BTS3900 (Ver.B) GSM
V100R013
BTS3900 (Ver.B)
V100R004
Intended Audience
This document is intended for:
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System engineers
Site maintenance engineers
Organization
1 Changes in the BTS3900 (Ver.B) Site Maintenance Guide
This describes the changes in the BTS3900 (Ver.B) Site Maintenance Guide.
2 Preparations for Base Station Site Maintenance
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About This Document
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 Hardware Items of BTS3900 Routine Maintenance
This chapter describes the routine maintenance for the hardware in the cabinet. The hardware
items for routine maintenance are the equipment room environment of the BTS3900, power
supply and grounding system, and main components in the BTS3900.
4 Powering On/Off the BTS3900
This chapter describes how to power on or off the BTS3900 during the maintenance. When you
power on the equipment, comply with related procedure and rules. When you power off the
equipment, determine whether to perform normal power-off or emergency power-off according
to field requirements.
5 Replacing BTS3900 Components
Faulty BTS3900 components must be replaced in time. The replaceable components are the
BBU3900, boards and module in the BBU3900, RFUs, DCDU-01, FAN unit, power subrack,
PMU, and PSUs.
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.
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Convention
Description
Times New Roman
Normal paragraphs are in Times New Roman.

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Convention
Description
Boldface
Names of files, directories, folders, and users are in

boldface. For example, log in as user root.
Italic
Book titles are in italics.
Courier New
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
Description
Boldface
The keywords of a command line are in boldface.
Italic
Command arguments are in italics.
[]
Items (keywords or arguments) in brackets [ ] are optional.
{ x | y | ... }
Optional items are grouped in braces and separated by

vertical bars. One item is selected.
[ x | y | ... ]
Optional items are grouped in brackets and separated by

vertical bars. One item is selected or no item is selected.
{ x | y | ... }*
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.
[ x | y | ... ]*
Optional items are grouped in brackets and separated by

vertical bars. Several items or no item can be selected.
GUI Conventions
The GUI conventions that may be found in this document are defined as follows.
Convention
Description
Boldface
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
Description
Key
Press the key. For example, press Enter and press Tab.
Key 1+Key 2
Press the keys concurrently. For example, pressing Ctrl+Alt

+A means the three keys should be pressed concurrently.
Key 1, Key 2
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.
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Action
Description
Click
Select and release the primary mouse button without moving

the pointer.
Double-click
Press the primary mouse button twice continuously and

quickly without moving the pointer.
Drag
Press and hold the primary mouse button and move the
pointer to a certain position.

BTS3900 (Ver.B)
Contents
Contents
About This Document.....................................................................................................................ii
1 Changes in the BTS3900 (Ver.B) Site Maintenance Guide....................................................1
2 Preparations for Base Station Site Maintenance.....................................................................5
3 Hardware Items of BTS3900 Routine Maintenance................................................................7
3.1 Maintenance Items of the Equipment Room Environment................................................................................8
3.2 Power Supply and Grounding System Maintenance Items................................................................................9
3.3 Maintenance Items of the Main Components.....................................................................................................9
4 Powering On/Off the BTS3900..................................................................................................11

4.1 Powering On the BTS3900...............................................................................................................................12
4.2 Powering Off the BTS3900..............................................................................................................................15
5 Replacing BTS3900 Components..............................................................................................17

5.1 Replacing BBU3900 Parts................................................................................................................................19
5.1.1 Query Electronic Label of the Board.......................................................................................................19
5.1.2 Replacing the BBU3900 Case.................................................................................................................19
5.1.3 Replacing the GTMU..............................................................................................................................22
5.1.4 Replacing the WMPT..............................................................................................................................25
5.1.5 Replacing the LMPT...............................................................................................................................27
5.1.6 Replacing the WBBP...............................................................................................................................29
5.1.7 Replacing the LBBP................................................................................................................................31
5.1.8 Replacing the FAN Unit..........................................................................................................................33
5.1.9 Replacing the UPEU................................................................................................................................35
5.1.10 Replacing the UEIU...............................................................................................................................38
5.1.11 Replacing the USCU.............................................................................................................................40
5.1.12 Replacing the UTRP..............................................................................................................................42
5.1.13 Replacing the UBRI...............................................................................................................................44
5.1.14 Replacing the Optical Module...............................................................................................................47
5.2 Adding Components in the BBU3900..............................................................................................................49
5.2.1 Adding a UPEU.......................................................................................................................................49
5.2.2 Adding a WBBP......................................................................................................................................59
5.3 Replacing an RFU............................................................................................................................................60
5.4 Replacing a DCDU-01......................................................................................................................................66
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5.5 Replacing the Fan Box.....................................................................................................................................68

5.6 Replacing the Power Subrack (AC/DC)...........................................................................................................71
5.7 Replacing the PMU..........................................................................................................................................74
5.8 Replacing the PSU (AC/DC)............................................................................................................................76
5.9 Replacing the Power Subrack (DC/DC)...........................................................................................................77
5.10 Replacing the PSU (DC/DC)..........................................................................................................................79
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Changes in the BTS3900 (Ver.B) Site

Maintenance Guide
This describes the changes in the BTS3900 (Ver.B) Site Maintenance Guide.
07 (2011-08-30)
This is the seventh official release.
Compared with the 06 (2011-08-05), no content is added.
Compared with the 06 (2011-08-05), this issue incorporates the following changes:
Contents
Change Description
About This Document
Added Ver.B to the cabinet version in the

document name.
Compared with the 06 (2011-08-05), no content is deleted.
06 (2011-08-05)
This is the sixth official release.
Contents
Change Description
5.1.3 Replacing the GTMU
The influence of replacing the GTMU is

added.
All the chapters of replacing BBU3900

boards.
The chapter names of the reference

documents in replacing steps are added.

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05 (2011-07-08)
This is the fifth official release.
Contents
Change Description
5.3 Replacing an RFU
Optimized the information in this document.
04 (2011-06-10)
This is the fourth official release.
Compared with the 03 (2011-05-25), this issue adds the following change:
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5.2 Adding Components in the BBU3900
Compared with the 03 (2011-05-25), this issue incorporates the following change:
Contents
Change Description
The steps of setting the maximum transmit

power of the RFU are changed.
03 (2011-05-25)
This is the third official release.
Contents
Change Description
5.1.4 Replacing the WMPT
The operations for loading and activating the

WMPT software are modified.
The operations of querying and handling the

alarms are changed.
02 (2011-04-10)
This is the second official release.
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Compared with the 01 (2011-03-30), this issue incorporates the following change:
Contents
Change Description
The operations performed on the M2000 and

LMT are differentiated.
01 (2011-03-30)
This is the first official release.
Compared with the Draft B (2011-03-10), no content is added.
Compared with the Draft B (2011-03-10), this issue incorporates the following changes:
Contents
Change Description
5.1 Replacing BBU3900 Parts
l The operation for blocking cells during

the WMPT replacement is added.
l The operations for loading and activating
the WMPT software are modified.
l The operations performed on the M2000
and LMT are differentiated.
The methods for identifying GRFUs of V1,

V2, V2a or MRFUs of V1, V2, and V2a are
added.
Compared with the Draft B (2011-03-10), no content is deleted.
Draft B (2011-03-10)
This is the Draft release.
Compared with the Draft A (2011-01-30), no content is added.
Compared with the Draft A (2011-01-30), this issue incorporates the following change:
Contents
Change Description
The operations for setting power locking for

the MRFU V2 are added to the procedure for
replacing an RFU.
Compared with the Draft A (2011-01-30), no content is deleted.

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Draft A (2011-01-30)
This is the Draft release.
Compared with the WCDMA-NodeB V200R012C00, GSM-BTS V100R012C00, MBTS
V100R003C00, no content is added.
V100R003C00, no content is changed.
V100R003C00, no content is deleted.
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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:
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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:
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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:
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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
Addition tools and new parts may be required when more faulty parts are found during the
maintenance.
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Hardware Items of BTS3900 Routine

Maintenance
About This Chapter

This chapter describes the routine maintenance for the hardware in the cabinet. The hardware
items for routine maintenance are the equipment room environment of the BTS3900, power
supply and grounding system, and main components in the BTS3900.
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
reference standards for the main components in the cabinet.
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3.1 Maintenance Items of the Equipment Room

Environment
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
Interval
Operation Instruction
Reference Standard
Environmental
alarms
Daily
Check whether power

supply alarms, fire alarms,
or smoke alarms are
reported.
No power supply alarms,

fire alarms, or smoke
alarms are reported.
Temperature in
the equipment
room
Weekly
Record the temperature

shown on the thermometer
in the equipment room.
The normal temperature

ranges from -20C to +55
C.
Humidity in the
equipment
room
Weekly
Record the humidity shown

on the hygrometer in the
equipment room.
The normal humidity

ranges from 5% RH to 95%
RH.
Illumination in
the equipment
room
Every two
months
Check whether the routine

and emergency illumination
in the equipment room is
normal.
Air conditioner
Every two
months
Check whether the air

conditioner is working
normally.
Protective
devices
Every two
months
Check whether anti-disaster

devices, equipment
protection devices, and fireprotection devices are in
good condition.
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
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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
Interval
Operation
Instruction
Reference Standard
Power cables
Monthly
Check the connections

of power cables
carefully.
The power cables are not

aging, and there is no
corrosion on the
connection points.
Voltage
Monthly
Measure the voltage of

the power supply using
a multimeter.
The voltage is within

normal range.
PGND cables
Monthly
Check whether the

PGND cable and
ground bar are
connected properly.
The connections of the

PGND cable are secure.
The cable is not aging.
The connection points are
sound with no corrosion
on them.
Checking Earth
resistance
Monthly
Measure the earth

resistance using an
electric earth resistance
tester and keep a record.
The grounding resistance

of the cabinet is smaller
than 10 ohms.
Batteries
Annually
Check the batteries and

rectifiers.
The battery capacity is

within normal range and
the batteries are correctly
connected. The
performance parameters
of rectifiers are normal.
3.3 Maintenance Items of the Main Components

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
Interval
Operation Instruction
Reference Standard
Fans
Monthly
Check whether the fans are

operational.
The fans work properly

without exceptional
sounds generated by
frictions between the
blades of the fan and the
subrack.
LEDs on the
boards
Monthly
Check whether the LEDs on the

boards are normal.
For details about the

status of LEDs, see the
hardware description
about the corresponding
boards.
Air filter
Quarterly
Replace the air filter if too

much dust is coated.
Exterior of
the cabinet
Quarterly
Check whether there are dents, cracks, holes, or corrosion on

the surface of the cabinet and
whether the cabinet label is
legible.
Lock and
door of the
cabinet
Quarterly
Check whether the lock is

normal and the door can be
opened and closed easily.
Cabinet
cleanliness
Quarterly
Check whether the cabinet is

clean.
The cabinet surface is

clean. The subracks are
not dusty.
ESD wrist
strap
Quarterly
Use either of the following

methods:
l If you are using an

ESD wrist strap
tester, the LED
GOOD is on.
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.
Fan box
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Annually
Clean the fan box if too much

dust is coated on its surface or
inside the fan box.

l If you are using a

multimeter, the earth
resistance is between
0.75 M and 10 M.
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Powering On/Off the BTS3900
About This Chapter

This chapter describes how to power on or off the BTS3900 during the maintenance. When you
power on the equipment, comply with related procedure and rules. When you power off the
equipment, determine whether to perform normal power-off or emergency power-off according
to field requirements.
4.1 Powering On the BTS3900
This section describes how to power on the BTS3900 and handle the power supply failure of
internal components of the cabinet.
4.2 Powering Off the BTS3900
You can power off the BTS3900 by two methods: normal power-off and emergency power-off.
You need to perform the normal power-off before an equipment swap or a foreseeable regional
blackout. You need to perform the emergency power-off when a fire, smoke, or water immersion
occurs in the equipment room.
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4.1 Powering On the BTS3900

This section describes how to power on the BTS3900 and handle the power supply failure of
internal components of the cabinet.
Prerequisite
l
The input power cables are correctly and securely connected.
The power input of the BTS3900 meets the specifications listed in Power Supply
Requirements of the BTS3900.
The power switches on the DCDU-01 in the BTS3900 are set to OFF.
The external power supply to the BTS3900 is cut off.
Context
Figure 4-1 shows the power switches on panel of the DCDU-01.
Figure 4-1 Panel of the DCDU-01
Table 4-1 describes the power switches on the DCDU-01.

Table 4-1 Power switches on the DCDU-01
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Power Switch
Module
SPARE2
Reserved
SPARE1
Reserved
BBU
BBU
FAN
FAN unit
RFU5
RFU in slot 5
RFU4
RFU in slot 4
RFU3
RFU in slot 3
RFU2
RFU in slot 2
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Power Switch
Module
RFU1
RFU in slot 1
RFU0
RFU in slot 0
NOTE
The slots where the RFUs are installed are numbered 0 to 5 from left to right.
Procedure
Step 1 Turn on the external power switch to power on the BTS3900.
If...
Then...
The cabinet is a BTS3900 (+24 V) or BTS3900 (220 V) cabinet
Go to Step 2.
The cabinet is a BTS3900 (-48 V) cabinet,
Go to Step 3.
Step 2 Check whether the PSU works properly. For details, see PSU (AC/DC) or PSU (DC/DC).
Step 3 Check whether the input voltage of the DCDU-01 in the BTS3900 is normal.
If...
Then...
The input voltage of the DCDU-01 is not in The power supply in the cabinet is improper.
the range from -38.4 V DC to -57 V DC
Go to Step 4.
The input voltage of the DCDU-01 is within The power-on check for the cabinet is
the range from -38.4 V DC to -57 V DC
complete. Go to Step 7.
Step 4 Turn off the external power switch to power off the BTS3900.
Step 5 Check the connections and routing of the power cables for the DCDU-01.
Step 6 Go to Step 3 to check whether the output voltage of the DCDU-01 is normal.
Step 7 Turn on the power switches on the DCDU-01, and then check the DC 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
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Component
Indication of Normal Power Supply
BBU
GTMU
The RUN LED blinks green rapidly (on for 0.125s and off
for 0.125s) or slowly (on for 1s and off for 1s).
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Component
Indication of Normal Power Supply
LMPT
WBBP
LBBP
FAN
The STATE LED blinks green (on for 1s and off for 1s).
UPEU
The RUN LED is steady green.
UBRI
The RUN LED blinks green slowly (on for 1s and off for
1s).
Fan Box
The fan works properly, and the RUN LED on the panel
of the FAN unit blinks green (on for 1s and off for 1s).
RFU
The RUN LED on the panel of each RFU blinks green (on
for 1s and off for 1s).
PMU
PSU(AC/DC)
The power input LED is steady green.
PSU(DC/DC)
Step 8 If the power supply to the components fails after the cabinet is powered on, perform
troubleshooting as described in Table 4-3.
Table 4-3 Troubleshooting
Fault Type
Handling Measures
Failure of power supply to all the internal

components of the cabinet
Check whether the GND and -48 V power

cables are inversely connected.
l If the cable connection is wrong, set all the
circuit breakers to OFF, and then
reconnect the power cables.
l If the cable connection is correct, replace
the DCDU-01.
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Fault Type
Handling Measures
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 board slot on the
backplane are distorted, broken, or
missing. Replace the subrack if necessary.
2. Insert the board into the subrack, and
check the LED on the board.
3. If the status of the LED indicates an error,
remove the board, insert it into another
idle slot that can house the board of the
same type, and then check the LED on the
board.
l If the board works properly, you can
infer that the slot is faulty. In this case,
replace the subrack.
l If the fault persists, you can infer that
the board is faulty. In this case, replace
the board.
Failure of power supply to any other

component in the cabinet
Use a multimeter to measure the input voltage

of the faulty component.
l If the input voltage is within the range of
-38.4 V DC to -57 V DC, replace the
component.
l If the input voltage is out of the range of
-38.4 V DC to -57 V DC, check the
connections of the power cables for the
component.
If the power cables are not securely
connected, set all the power switches
on the DCDU-01 to off, and then
reconnect the power cables.
If the power cables are securely
connected, replace the DCDU-01
because the circuit breakers on the
DCDU-01 might be faulty, or replace
the power cables.
.
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4.2 Powering Off the BTS3900

You can power off the BTS3900 by two methods: normal power-off and emergency power-off.
You need to perform the normal power-off before an equipment swap or a foreseeable regional
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blackout. You need to perform the emergency power-off when a fire, smoke, or water immersion
occurs in the equipment room.
Procedure
l
Perform the normal power-off.

1.
Modify the management status to block all the RFUs in the cabinet.
NOTE
Although the RFU can be blocked either remotely or locally, you are advised to block the RFU
remotely.
If the RF module works in dual mode, you need to block the RFU in both modes.
Note that you cannot block an RF module working in GSM mode but can only block the carriers
of the RF module.
2.
Set all the circuit breakers on the DCDU-01 to OFF.
3.
Shut off the external power supply. Set the power switch for the batteries to OFF if
the BTS3900 cabinet is configured with external batteries or PS4890 cabinet which
houses batteries.
Perform the emergency power-off.
CAUTION
Emergency power-off may cause damage to the equipment or boards. Therefore, this type
of power-off is not recommended in a normal situation.
1.
Shut off the external power supply. Set the power switch for the batteries to OFF if
the BTS3900 cabinet is configured with external batteries or PS4890 cabinet which
houses batteries.
2.
Set all the DC power switches on the DCDU to OFF if time permits.
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Replacing BTS3900 Components
About This Chapter

Faulty BTS3900 components must be replaced in time. The replaceable components are the
BBU3900, boards and module in the BBU3900, RFUs, DCDU-01, FAN unit, power subrack,
PMU, and PSUs.
During the BBU3900 maintenance, the following parts of the BBU3900 can be replaced as
required: the BBU3900 case, BBU3900 boards and module, and optical modules.
During the maintenance of the baseband unit (BBU), some boards may be added, such as a
universal power and environment interface unit (UPEU) or a WCDMA Baseband Process Unit
(WBBP).
Replacing a radio frequency unit (RFU) interrupts the services carried on the RFU.
5.4 Replacing a DCDU-01
The DCDU-01, installed under the BBU3900, supplies DC power for the cabinet.
5.5 Replacing the Fan Box
The fan box works with the air inlet box in the cabinet to form a ventilation loop, and provides
forced ventilation.
5.6 Replacing the Power Subrack (AC/DC)
The power subrack (AC/DC), which is located in the lower part of the BTS3900 cabinet, provides
power input and output ports.
5.7 Replacing the PMU
The PMU performs the power system management, power distribution detection, and alarm
reporting functions.
5.8 Replacing the PSU (AC/DC)
When a PSU (AC/DC) has a fault that cannot be rectified in a short period, the PSU needs to be
replaced.
5.9 Replacing the Power Subrack (DC/DC)
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The power subrack (DC/DC), which is located in the lower part of the BTS3900 cabinet, provides
5.10 Replacing the PSU (DC/DC)
When a PSU (DC/DC) has a fault that cannot be rectified in a short period, the PSU needs to be
replaced.
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During the BBU3900 maintenance, the following parts of the BBU3900 can be replaced as
required: the BBU3900 case, BBU3900 boards and module, and optical modules.
NOTE
If two main control boards need to be replaced in a dual-mode base station, you must replace one main
control board and wait for the board to resume services before replacing the other main control board.
5.1.1 Query Electronic Label of the Board

Before replacing a board, you need to query the electronic label of the board at the remote end
to confirm the type of board to be replaced.
1.
Run the DSP BTSELABEL command on the LMT to query the information of the board
that is configured on the GSM side or run the LST BRDINFO command on the LMT to
query the information of the board that is configured on the UMTS side or run the DSP
BRDMFRINFO command on the LMT to query the information of the board that is
configured on the LTE side.
2.
Confirm the type of board to be replaced according to the Boardtype and Description
fields in the queried 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
5.1.2 Replacing the BBU3900 Case

The BBU3900 is the core of a base station. The BBU3900 processes the baseband signals of the
entire base station and communicates with the RNC/BSC and MRFU/RRU. Replacing a
BBU3900 interrupts all the services carried by the base station.
Prerequisite
l
Tools and materials, such as an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves and M6 screwdrivers, are
ready.
The type of the BBU case to be replaced and its quantity are confirmed, and a new BBU
case is ready.
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If a static IP-based GSM base station is used, a PC equipped with an Ethernet cable and
the short message terminal (SMT) application is available. For details about the hardware
requirements of the PC, see the GSM SMT User Guide.
Associated personnel have been permitted to access the site and obtained required keys.
Procedure
Step 1 Instruct the M2000 administrator to perform the following operations for the replacement of the
BBU case:
1.
On the NodeB, run the BLK LOCELL command to block all the cells of the NodeB.
Modify the ESN on the RNC by referring to the new BBU case. For details, see Creating
NodeB Commissioning Tasks.
2.
On the eNodeB, run the BLK CELL command to block all the cells of the eNodeB. Modify
the ESN in the DHCP management interface by referring to the new BBU case. For details,
see Creating eNodeB Commissioning Tasks.
3.
On the BSC, run the LST GCELL command to query the configuration of all cells of the
BTS, and run the SET GCELLADMSTAT command to block these cells. Modify the
ESN on the BSC by referring to the new BBU case. For details, see Creating GBTS
Commissioning Tasks.
NOTE
In a multi-mode base station, the cells of each mode must be blocked respectively.
Step 2 Power off the BBU. For details, see Powering Off the BBU.
Step 3 Wear an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.
WARNING
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 4 Record all the cable connections on the panels of the boards in the BBU case to be replaced.
Step 5 Disconnect the power cables, transmission cables, CPRI cables, and alarm cables from the panels
of the boards in the BBU case.
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 the BBU case
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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 Install the new BBU case, tighten the screws on the BBU case to 2 Nm, and reconnect the cables.
Step 9 Power on the BBU. For details, see Powering On the BBU.
Step 10 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 11 If a static IP-based GSM base station is used, perform the following operations:
1.
Connect the PC providing the SMT application to the ETH port on the GTMU, as shown
in Figure 5-3.
Figure 5-3 Connecting the GTMU
2.
Log in to the SMT, and configure the static IP data. For details, see the GSM SMT User
Guide.
3.
Disconnect the PC providing the SMT application from the GTMU.
Step 12 Perform the following operations on the local maintenance terminal (LMT):
NOTE
Alarms of a GSM+UMTS (GU), GSM+LTE (GL), UMTS+LTE (UL), or GSM+UMTS+LTE (GUL) base
station can be checked and cleared on the LMT of the corresponding standard, that is, the BSC LMT,
NodeB LMT, or eNodeB LMT. For example, alarms of a GU base station are checked and cleared on the
BSC LMT or NodeB LMT.
1.
On the UMTS side, check whether any alarm is reported on the NodeB LMT. For details,
see Browsing Alarms. If an alarm is reported, clear the alarm by referring to Querying
Alarm Handling Suggestions.
2.
On the GSM side, check whether any alarm is reported on the BSC LMT. For details, see
Browsing Alarm/Event. If an alarm is reported, clear the alarm by referring to Querying
Alarm/Event Handling Suggestions.
3.
On the LTE side, check whether any alarm is reported on the eNodeB LMT. For details,
see Browsing Active Alarms or Events. If an alarm is reported, clear the alarm by referring
to Querying Alarm or Event Handling Suggestions.
Step 13 Perform the following operations on the M2000:

1.
On the NodeB, run the UBL LOCELL command to unblock all cells working in UMTS
mode.
2.
On the eNodeB, run the UBL CELL command to unblock all cells working in LTE mode.
3.
On the BSC, run the SET GCELLADMSTAT command to unblock all cells working in
GSM mode.
4.
Synchronize the inventory information manually. For details, see Synchronizing Inventory
Data.
Step 14 Take off the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves, and pack up all the tools.
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Follow-up Procedure
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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 detailed information about the replaced component.
Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty component.
5.1.3 Replacing the GTMU

The GSM Transmission & Management Unit for BBU (GTMU) is the basic transmission and
control function entity of the BBU. It provides the reference clock, power supply port, and
external alarm collection port, and controls and manages the entire base station.
Prerequisite
l
After confirming the type of a faulty board, do as follows:

If the board can be queried online, run the associated command on the LMT to 5.1.1
Query Electronic Label of the Board.
If the board is faulty and cannot be queried online, query the board information offline
on the M2000. For details, see Querying Inventory Data.
The tools and materials are ready, such as the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves and M3
screwdriver.
If a static IP-based base station is used, the Ethernet cable and the PC installed with the
SMT application are available. For details about the hardware requirements of the PC, see
the GSM SMT User Guide.
The associated personnel have been permitted to access the site and obtained the required
keys.
Figure 5-4 shows the position of the GTMU in the BBU.
Context
Figure 5-4 Position of the GTMU

GTMU
CPRI0
TX0
RX0
TX1
RX1 TX2
CPRI2
RX2
TX3
RX3 TX4
CPRI4
RX4
TX5
RX5 LIU0 LIU2

LIU1 LIU3
CPRI1
ETH
TX
FE0
RX
FE1
CPRI3
CPRI5
RUN
ALM
ACT
USB TST
E1/T1
RST
GTMU
The board is hot-swappable.
If a multi-mode base station supports co-transmission and the shared ports for cotransmission are on the GTMU, replacing the GTMU disrupts the services of the other
mode. Typical scenario: The GU multi-mode base station supports co-transmission over
TDM through the E1/T1 ports on the GTMU board. The UMTS data is transmitted through
the backplane in the manner of TDM over Packet (TOP).
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On a dual-star GU or GL network, replacing the GTMU influences UMTS services or LTE

services. Specifically, a 20-second influence and a 1-second influence will occur within
five minutes.
Procedure
Step 1 Instruct the M2000 administrator to perform the following preparations for the replacement of
the GTMU:
1.
On the BSC, run the SET GCELLADMSTAT command to block all the cells of the base
station.
2.
If a static IP-based base station is used, run the LST BTSIPRT command to query the IP
address and route information on the BSC. Otherwise, go to Step 2.
CAUTION
Step 3 Record all the cable connections on the panel of the module to the replaced.
Step 4 Disconnect the transmission cable and CPRI cable 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.
Figure 5-5 Disconnecting the cable
Step 5 Remove the two M3 screws on the panel, and then pull out the GTMU, as shown in Figure
5-6.
Figure 5-6 Removing the GTMU
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Step 6 Set the DIP switches on the new board according to the settings of the DIP switches on the faulty
board. If required, query the information about the DIP switch by referring to GTMU.
Step 7 Install the new board, tighten the screws on the board until the tightening torque reaches 0.6
Nm, and then reconnect the cables.
Step 8 Check the status of the LEDs to determine whether the new board works properly. For details
about the status of the LEDs, see GTMU.
Step 9 If a static IP-based base station is used, perform the following operations:
1.
Connect the PC installed with the SMT application to the ETH port on the GTMU, as shown
in Figure 5-7.
Figure 5-7 Connecting the GTMU
2.
Log in to the SMT, and then configure the static IP data. For details, see the GSM SMT
User Guide.
3.
Disconnect the PC installed with the SMT application from the GTMU.
Step 10 Perform following operations on the LMT:

1.
Query the software version of the board. For details, see the BSC6900 GSM LMT User
Guide. If the software version is the target version, go to step c. If not, go to Step 10.2.
2.
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. If yes, go to step
c.
3.
Step 11 Perform following operations on the M2000:

1.
Run the SET GCELLADMSTAT command to unblock all the cells of the base station.
2.
Data.
Step 12 Take off the ESD wrist strap or gloves, and then pack up all the tools.
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5.1.4 Replacing the WMPT

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

ready.
Figure 5-8 shows the position of the WMPT in the BBU.
Context
Figure 5-8 Position of the WMPT in the BBU
TX
WMPT
ETH
FE0
RX
FE1
RUN
ALM
ACT
USB TST
E1/T1
RST
GPS
WMPT
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 other
mode. For example, a GU multi-mode base station supports IP co-transmission through the
Ethernet link on the WMPT. The IP co-transmission can be implemented based on the
interconnection between the FE ports on the WMPT and GTMU panels.
Procedure
Step 1 Instruct the M2000 administrator to perform the following operations before replacing the
WMPT:
1.
Upload the NodeB configuration file on the M2000 by using the file transfer protocol (FTP).
For details, see Creating NodeB Commissioning Tasks.
2.
On the NodeB, run the BLK LOCELL command to block all the cells of the NodeB.
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WARNING
Step 3 Record all the cable connections on the panel of the board 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.
Step 5 Remove the two M3 screws on the panel, and then pull out the WMPT, as shown in Figure
5-10.
Figure 5-10 Removing the WMPT
2
1
board. For details, see WMPT.
Step 7 Install the new board, tighten the screws on the board to 0.6 Nm, and then 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 Perform the following operations on the LMT:
1.
Upgrade the NodeB software and configuration file. For details, see Upgrading the NodeB
Software.
2.
Check whether any alarm is reported. For details, see Browsing Alarms. If an alarm is
reported, clear the alarm by referring to Querying Alarm Handling Suggestions.

1.
On the NodeB, run the UBL LOCELL command to unblock all the cells of the NodeB.
2.
Data.
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3.
Set the status from TESTING to NORMAL. For details, see Setting the Maintenance
Mode.
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Follow-up Procedure
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Fill in the fault form with the detailed information of the replaced component.
5.1.5 Replacing the LMPT

The LTE main processing & transmission unit (LMPT) manages the entire eNodeB system in
terms of O&M and signaling processing and provides system clock for the BBU3900.
Prerequisite
l

ready.
Figure 5-11 shows the position of the LMPT in the BBU.
Context
Figure 5-11 Position of the LMPT
LMPT TX
RX
SFP 0
TX
RX
SFP 1
RUN
ALM
ACT
USB TST
ETH
FE/GE0
FE/GE1
RST
GPS
LMPT
Procedure
LMPT:
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1.
Back up NE configuration data. For details, see the Creating eNodeB Commissioning
Tasks.
2.
On the eNodeB, run the ULD LICENSE command to back up the license file.
3.
On the eNodeB, run the BLK CELL command to block all the cells of the eNodeB.
WARNING
Step 3 Record all the cable connections on the panel of the board to be replaced.
Step 4 Disconnect the cables from the LMPT, as shown in Figure 5-12.
Step 5 Remove the two M3 screws on the panel, and then pull out the LMPT, as shown in Figure
5-13.
Figure 5-13 Removing the LMPT
2
1
Step 6 Install a new board, tighten the screws on the board to 0.6 Nm, and then 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 on the LMT:
1.
Establish the OM link between the eNodeB and the M2000 by the function of automatically
discovering the eNodeB. Then, download the configuration file and software manually.
For details, see Managing eNodeB Software and Data Configuration File.
2.
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1.
On the eNodeB, run the INS LICENSE command to load the license file.
2.
On the eNodeB, run the UBL CELL command to unblock all the cells of the eNodeB.
3.
Data.
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Follow-up Procedure
l
Fill in the fault form with detailed information about the replaced component.
5.1.6 Replacing the WBBP

The WCDMA Baseband Process Unit (WBBP) is configured in the BBU and it processes
baseband signals.
Prerequisite
l

screwdriver.
keys.
Figure 5-14 shows the position of the WBBP in the BBU.
Context
Figure 5-14 Position of the WBBP
WBBP
TX
RX TX
CPRI0/EIH0
RX TX
CPRI1/EIH1
RX
RUN
ALM
ACT
CPRI2/EIH2
WBBP
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Procedure
WBBP:
1.
On the NodeB, run the BLK BRD command to block the WBBP.
WARNING
Step 3 Record all the cable connections on the panel of the module to be replaced.
Step 4 Disconnect the CPRI cable from the WBBP, as shown in Figure 5-15.
Step 5 Remove the two M3 screws on the panel, and then pull out the WBBP, as shown in Figure
5-16.
Figure 5-16 Removing the WBBP
2
1
about the status of the LEDs, see WBBP.
1.
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Step 9 Inform the M2000 administrator that the replacement is complete, and then instruct the
administrator to perform the following operations:
1.
On the NodeB, run the UBL BRD command to unblock the WBBP.
2.
Data.
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5.1.7 Replacing the LBBP

The LTE BaseBand Processing unit (LBBP) in the BBU3900 processes the baseband signals
and CPRI signals.
Prerequisite
l

screwdriver.
keys.
Figure 5-17 shows the position of the LBBP in the BBU.
Context
Figure 5-17 Position of the LBBP
LBBP
TX
RX TX
CPRI 0
RX TX
CPRI 1
RX TX
CPRI 2
RX TX
CPRI 3
RX TX
CPRI 4
RX
RUN
ALM
ACT
CPRI 5
LBBP
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Procedure
LBBP:
1.
On the eNodeB, run the BLK BRD command to block the LBBP.
WARNING
Step 3 Record all the CPRI cable connections on the panel of the board to be replaced.
Step 4 Disconnect the CPRI cable from the LBBP, as shown in Figure 5-18.
Step 5 Remove the two M3 screws on the panel, and then pull out the LBBP, as shown in Figure
5-19.
Figure 5-19 Removing the LBBP
2
1
about the status of the LEDs, see LBBP.
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1.

1.
On the eNodeB, run the UBL BRD command to unblock the LBBP.
2.
Data.
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5.1.8 Replacing the FAN Unit

The FAN unit is located in the BBU. The FAN unit and the air inlet 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.
Prerequisite
l

screwdriver.
keys.
Figure 5-20 shows the position of the FAN unit in the BBU.
Context
Figure 5-20 Position of the FAN unit
FAN
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The 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 should be replaced within three minutes.
Procedure
WARNING
Step 2 Remove the two M3 screws on the panel, and then pull out the FAN unit, as shown in Figure
5-21.
Figure 5-21 Removing the FAN unit
CAUTION
When removing the FAN unit, do not touch the rotating fans to avoid injury of your hands.
Step 3 Install the new unit, tighten the screws on the unit until the tightening torque reaches 0.6 Nm.
Step 4 Check the status of the LEDs to determine whether the new module works properly. For details
about the status of the LEDs, see FAN.
NOTE
1.
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3.

1.
Data.
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5.1.9 Replacing the UPEU

The Universal Power and Environment Interface Unit (UPEU) is configured in the BBU and it
converts 48 V DC or +24 V DC power into +12 V DC.
Prerequisite
l

screwdriver.
keys.
Figure 5-22 shows the position of the UPEU in the BBU.
Context
Figure 5-22 Position of the UPEU
UPEU
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Replacing the UPEU disrupts the power supply to the BBU, and accordingly disrupts
services carried by the BBU. Therefore, the UPEU should be replaced within 10 minutes.
Procedure
UPEU:
1.
On the NodeB, run the BLK LOCELL command to block all the cells working in UMTS
mode.
2.
On the eNodeB, run the BLK CELL command to block all the cells working in LTE mode.
3.
On the BSC, run the LST GCELL command to query the configuration of all the cells of
the base station working in GSM mode, and then run the SET GCELLADMSTAT
command to block these cells.
NOTE
In a multi-mode base station, the cells of each mode should be blocked separately.
CAUTION
Replacing the UPEU disrupts all the services carried by the base station if no standby UPEU is
configured.
Step 2 Power off the BBU. For details, see Powering Off the BBU3900.
WARNING
Step 5 Disconnect the power cable, monitoring cable, and alarm cable from the UPEU, as shown in
Figure 5-23.
Step 6 Remove the two M3 screws on the panel, and then pull out the UPEU, as shown in Figure
5-24.
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Figure 5-24 Removing the UPEU
Step 8 Power on the BBU. For details, see Powering on the BBU3900.
about the status of the LEDs, see UPEU.
NOTE
1.
2.
3.
Step 11 Inform the M2000 administrator that the replacement is complete, and then instruct the
administrator to perform the following operations:
1.
2.
mode.
3.
GSM mode.
4.
Data.
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Follow-up Procedure
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Fill in the fault form with the detail information of the replaced component.
5.1.10 Replacing the UEIU

The Universal Environment Interface Unit (UEIU) provides channels for transmitting the
monitoring signals from the service board to the BBU.
Prerequisite
l

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

UEIU
Replacing the UEIU may cause the failure to monitor the external equipment. Therefore,
the UEIU must be replaced within five minutes.
Procedure
WARNING
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Step 3 Disconnect the monitoring cable and alarm cable from the UEIU, as shown in Figure 5-26.
Step 4 Remove the two M3 screws on the panel, and then pull out the UEIU, as shown in Figure
5-27.
Figure 5-27 Removing the UEIU
1
2
NOTE
1.
2.
3.

1.
Data.
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5.1.11 Replacing the USCU

The Universal Satellite card and Clock Unit (USCU) in the BBU receives clock signals, such as
GPS, RGPS, BITS, and M-1PPS signals. In addition, it transmits or receives 1PPS+TOD clock
signals.
Prerequisite
l

The tools and materials are ready. They are the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves and
screwdriver.
keys.
Figure 5-28 shows the position of the USCU in the BBU.
Context
Figure 5-28 Position of the USCU

USCU
RX+ RX- TX+ TX- 1S+ 1S- GND PWR
RGPS
GREEN IN
GPS
YELLOW OUT
USCU
TOD0
M-1PPS
BITS
RUN
ALM
ACT
TOD1
Procedure
WARNING
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Step 3 Remove the GPS clock signal cable on the USCU, as shown in Figure 5-29.
Step 4 Remove the two M3 screws on the panel, and then pull out the USCU, as shown in Figure
5-30.
Figure 5-30 Removing the USCU.
2
1
about the status of the LEDs, see USCU.
NOTE
1.
2.
3.

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Data.
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5.1.12 Replacing the UTRP

The Universal Transmission Processing unit (UTRP) in the BBU3900 provides ports for
transmission.
Prerequisite
l

screwdriver.
keys.
Figure 5-31 shows the recommended position of the UTRP in the BBU.
Context
Figure 5-31 Position of the UTRP

UTRP
UTRP
RUN
ALM
ACT
E1/T1(0-3)
E1/T1(4-7)
The UTRP supports co-transmission of a multi-mode base station, and the shared ports for
co-transmission are on the UTRP. Therefore, replacing the UTRP disrupts the services of
the other mode.
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Procedure
Step 1 Instruct the M2000 administrator to perform the following preparations for the replacement of
the UTRP:
1.
2.
mode.
3.
On the BSC, run the SET GCELLADMSTAT command to block all cells working in
GSM mode.
WARNING
Step 4 Disconnect the transmission cable from the UTRP. If a surge protection board is configured, the
surge protection transfer cable also needs to be disconnected, as shown in Figure 5-32.
Step 5 Loosen the two M3 screws on the panel, and then remove the UTRP, as shown in Figure
5-33.
Figure 5-33 Removing the UTRP
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board. If required, query the information about the DIP switch by referring to UTRP.
about the status of the LEDs, see UTRP.
NOTE
1.
2.
3.

1.
2.
mode.
3.
GSM mode.
4.
Data.
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Follow-up Procedure
l
5.1.13 Replacing the UBRI

Replacing the Universal BaseBand Radio Interface Board (UBRI) disrupts all the services
carried on the board.
Prerequisite
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screwdriver.
keys.
Figure 5-34 shows the position of the UBRI in the BBU.
Context
Figure 5-34 Position of the UBRI in the BBU
UBRI
TX
RX TX
CPRI 0
RX TX
CPRI 1
RX TX
CPRI 2
RX TX
CPRI 3
RX TX
CPRI 4
RX
RUN
ALM
ACT
CPRI 5
UBRI
The UBRI is hot-swappable.
Procedure
Step 1 Instruct the M2000 administrator to perform the following operations before replacing the UBRI:
1.
2.
mode.
3.
On the BSC, run the LST GCELL command to query the configuration of all the cells of
the base station working in GSM mode, and then run the SET GCELLADMSTAT
command to block these cells.
NOTE
In a multi-mode base station, the cells of each mode should be blocked separately.
WARNING
Step 4 Disconnect the CPRI cable from the board, as shown in Figure 5-35.
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Step 5 Remove the two M3 screws on the panel, and then pull out the UBRI, as shown in Figure
5-36.
Figure 5-36 Removing the UBRI
2
1
about the status of the LEDs, see UBRI.
NOTE
1.
2.
3.

1.
2.
mode.
3.
GSM mode.
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Data.
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Follow-up Procedure
l
Fill in the fault form with the detail information of the replaced component.
5.1.14 Replacing the Optical Module

The optical module implements optical-electrical conversion, thus enabling optical transmission
between the BBU and other devices.
Prerequisite
l
The tools and materials are ready. They are the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.
All the types of optical module are ready.
keys.
Figure 5-37 shows the position of the optical module on a board.
Context
Figure 5-37 Position of the optical module
(1) Optical module
Optical modules are hot-swappable.
Replacing the optical module disrupts the services on this port.
Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves.
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CAUTION
prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or other electronic components.
Step 2 Prepare the optical module of the same type as the faulty optical module according to the label
on the module.
NOTE
The optical module to be replaced or 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 then remove the connector from the faulty
optical module, as shown in Figure 5-38.
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, and then remove the optical module from the BBU, as shown in Figure
5-39.
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Figure 5-39 Removing the optical module
Step 6 Install the new optical module onto the BBU.

Step 7 Remove the dustproof caps from the new optical module and optical connector, and then insert
the optical cable connector into the new optical module.
Step 8 Check whether the transmission is proper according to the status of the LEDs on the board. For
details about the status of the LEDs on the board, see the related hardware description.
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Follow-up Procedure
l
Put the replaced components into an ESD box or bag. Then, put the ESD box or bag into
a carton padded with foam or into the packing boxes of the new components.
Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty components.

During the maintenance of the baseband unit (BBU), some boards may be added, such as a
universal power and environment interface unit (UPEU) or a WCDMA Baseband Process Unit
(WBBP).
5.2.1 Adding a UPEU

The power of the baseband unit (BBU) may exceed the power supported by the universal power
and environment interface unit (UPEU). Therefore, a UPEUc is required.
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.
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Adding a UPEUc
If a universal power and environment interface unit (UPEU) is already installed in the baseband
unit (BBU), a UPEUc can be added.
Prerequisite
l
The tools and materials are ready, such as the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap or
ESD gloves and M3 screwdriver.
Associated personnel have obtained keys and site access permission.
Context
If the power of the BBU exceeds the power supported by the UPEU, a UPEUc must be added.
A UPEUa is already installed in slot 19 and the new UPEUc can be installed in slot 18, as shown
in Figure 5-40.
Figure 5-40 Slot for holding the new UPEUc
Procedure
Step 1 Wear the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.
WARNING
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear the ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves,
to prevent electrostatic damage to the boards, modules, or electronic components.
Step 2 Install a UPEUc in slot 18 and tighten the screws on the panel to 0.6 Nm, as shown in Figure
5-41.
Figure 5-41 Installing a UPEUc
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Step 3 Install a power cable for the UPEUc. For details about the operation, see related installation
guide.
1.
Link the 3V3 power connector at one end of the cable to the 48V port on the UPEUc, and
then tighten the screws on the connector to 0.25 Nm.
2.
Link the other end of the cable to the power supply equipment onsite.
Step 5 Check the status of the indicators to determine whether the new board works properly by referring
to UPEU.
Step 6 Perform the following operations on the Local Maintenance Terminal (LMT):
1.
On the NodeB, run the ADD BRD command to configure the installed UPEUc.
2.
On the eNodeB, run the ADD BRD command to configure the installed UPEUc.
3.
On the BSC, run the ADD BTSBRD command to configure the installed UPEUc.
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Adding a UPEUc to Replace the UEIU

If a universal power and environment interface unit (UPEU) and a universal environment
interface unit (UEIU) are installed in the BBU, you can replace the UEIU with a UPEUc.
Prerequisite
l
Context
A UPEUa is installed in slot 19 and the UEIU to be removed is installed in slot 18, as shown in
Figure 5-42.
Figure 5-42 Slot of the UEIU to be removed
Procedure
Step 1 Instruct the M2000 administrator to perform the following operations:
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1.
Run the LST ALMPORT command to record the configuration data for alarms on the
board.
2.
Run the RMV BRD command to remove the UEIU.
WARNING
5-44.
1
2
5-45.
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guide.
1.
2.
Step 8 Install the cables originally connected to the UEIU to the correct ports on the UPEUc based on
the recorded cable connections of the UEIU.
to UPEU.
1.
2.
3.
4.
On the NodeB, eNodeB, and BSC, Run the SET ALMPORT command to restore the alarm
configuration data.
----End
Follow-up Procedure
Place the removed 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.
Adding two UPEUc Boards to Replace the UEIU and UPEUa

If a universal power and environment interface unit (UPEUa) and a universal environment
interface unit (UEIU) are installed in the baseband unit (BBU), you can replace the UPEUa and
UEIU with two UPEUc boards.
Prerequisite
l
Context
The UEIU to be removed is installed in slot 18 and the UPEUa to be removed is installed in slot
19, as shown in Figure 5-46.
Figure 5-46 Slots of the UEIU and UPEUa
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Procedure
Step 1 Check whether the alarm cables are connected to the EXT_ALM ports on the UEIU and the
UPEUa. If alarm cables are not connected to the ports, go to step 3. If alarm cables are connected
to the ports, go to step 2.
Step 2 Instruct the M2000 administrator to perform the following operations:
1.
Run the LST ALMPORT command to record the alarm configuration data on the UEIU
and the UPEUa.
2.
Run the RMV BRD command to remove the UEIU and the UPEUa.
WARNING
Step 4 Record all the cable connections on the panels of the UEIU and UPEUa.
5-48.
1
2
5-49.
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guide.
1.
2.
Step 9 Install the cables originally connected to the UEIU to the correct ports on the UPEUc based on
the recorded cable connections of the UEIU.
Step 10 Power on the UPEUc in slot 18 by referring to Powering on the BBU3900.
Step 11 Power off the UPEUa in slot 19 by referring to Powering Off the BBU3900.
Step 12 Disconnect the power cable, monitoring cable, and alarm cable from the UPEUa, as shown in
Figure 5-50.
Figure 5-50 Disconnecting a cable
Step 13 Remove the two M3 screws on the panel, and then pull out the UPEU, as shown in Figure
5-51.
Figure 5-51 Removing the UPEU
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5-52.
guide.
1.
2.
Step 16 Install the cables originally connected to the UPEUa to the correct ports on the UPEUc based
on the recorded cable connections of the UPEUa.
to UPEU.
1.
2.
3.
4.
configuration data.
----End
Follow-up Procedure
Place the removed components 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 components.
Adding two UPEUc Boards to Replace Two UPEUa Boards

If two universal power and environment interface units (UPEUa boards) are installed in the
baseband unit (BBU), you can replace the UPEUa boards with two UPEUc boards.
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Prerequisite
l
Context
The UPEUa boards to be removed are installed in slot 18 and slot 19, as shown in Figure
5-53.
Figure 5-53 Slot of the UPEUa boards
Procedure
Step 1 Check whether alarm cables are connected to the EXT_ALM ports on the UPEUa boards. If
alarm cables are not connected to the ports, go to step 2. If alarm cables are connected to the
ports, instruct the M2000 administrator to perform the following operation:
1.
Run the LST ALMPORT command to record the alarm configuration data.
WARNING
Step 3 Record all the cable connections on the panels of the two UPEUa boards.
Step 5 Disconnect the cables connected to the UPEUa in slot 18, as shown in Figure 5-54.
Figure 5-54 Disconnecting a cable
Step 6 Remove the UPEUa in slot 18, as shown in Figure 5-55.

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Figure 5-55 Removing the UPEUa in slot 18
5-56.
Step 8 Connect the cables to the correct ports on the UPEUc installed in slot 18 based on the recorded
cable connections.
Step 11 Disconnect the cables connected to the UPEUa in slot 19, as shown in Figure 5-54.
Step 12 Remove the UPEUa in slot 19, as shown in Figure 5-57.
Figure 5-57 Removing the UPEUa in slot 19
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5-58.
Figure 5-58 Installing a UPEUc in slot 19
Step 14 Connect the cables to the correct ports on the UPEUc installed in slot 19 based on the recorded
cable connections.
to UPEU.
1.
2.
3.
4.
configuration data.
----End
Follow-up Procedure
Place the removed components 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 components.
5.2.2 Adding a WBBP

This section describes how to install a WCDMA baseband processing unit (WBBP) when a
WBBP is required.
Prerequisite
l
Context
If a WBBP is added, the power of the BBU may exceed the power supported by the universal
power and environment interface unit (UPEU). Therefore, a UPEUc is required. For details about
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how to install a UPEUc before installing the WBBP, see 5.2.1 Adding a UPEU. In some hot
areas, if another 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 5.1.8 Replacing the FAN Unit.
NOTE
A hot area refers to an area where the daily maximum temperature is higher than 45C for more than 10
days in a year.
Procedure
WARNING
Step 2 Install the WBBP in the correct slot, as shown in Figure 5-59.
NOTE
For details about the configuration principle of the WBBP, see Slot Assignment of the BBU3900.
Figure 5-59 Installing the WBBP
Step 3 If a common public radio interface (CPRI) cable must be connected to the WBBP, install the
CPRI cable by referring to the related installation guide.
Step 4 Perform the following operation on the Local Maintenance Terminal (LMT):
1.
Run the ADD BRD command to configure the installed WBBP.
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Replacing a radio frequency unit (RFU) interrupts the services carried on the RFU.
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Prerequisite
l
After confirming the type of the faulty RFU, perform the following operations:
If the RFU can be queried online, run commands on the local maintenance terminal
(LMT). For details, see 5.1.1 Query Electronic Label of the Board.
If the RFU is faulty and cannot be queried online, the information about the RFU can
be queried offline on the M2000. For details, see the procedure for querying inventory
data in the M2000 documentation disk.
Tools and materials, such as an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap or a pair of ESD
gloves, Phillips screwdriver, ESD box or ESD bag, dustfree cloth, key to the cabinet door,
and torque wrench, are ready.
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), and LTE radio frequency
unit (LRFU).
A functional RFU, which refers to the MRFU V2 operating at 900 MHz, can be returned
to the storehouse of spare parts after the maximum transmit power is set to 0.
Replacing an RFU interrupts the services carried on the RFU.
It takes six to ten minutes to replace an RFU.
The GRFU V1 can be replaced by the GRFU V2, but the GRFU V2 cannot be replaced by
the GRFU V1. For the differences between the GRFU V1 and GRFU V2, see GRFU.
The MRFU V1 can be replaced by the MRFU V2, but the MRFU V2 cannot be replaced
by the MRFU V1. For the differences between the MRFU V1 and MRFU V2, see MRFU.
The handle is used during the RFU replacement. The handle is placed in the slot at the
upper right inside the cabinet door, as shown in Figure 5-60.
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Figure 5-60 Slot for placing the handle
NOTE
The handle can be used only to pull the RFU and fan box outwards horizontally.
WARNING
The RFU is heavy. Therefore, handle it with caution.
Procedure
Step 1 If the RFU is functional and is replaced as a spare part, you need to check whether the maximum
transmit power of the RFU to be replaced is locked. If the maximum transmit power of the RFU
is locked, set the maximum transmit power to 0 before placing the RFU in the storehouse of
spare parts.
NOTE
l If the RFU is faulty, you are not required to set the maximum transmit power to 0.
l If the maximum output power has not been set, the maximum output power of the transmit channel
indicates the maximum output power in hardware specifications.
1.
To check whether a maximum transmit power is locked for an RFU, perform following
operations:
l Run the DSP RRU command to query the cabinet number, subrack number, slot
number, TX channel number, and the maximum transmit power of the TX channels of
the RFU of the NodeB.
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l Run the DSP RRU command to query the cabinet number, subrack number, slot
number, TX channel number, and the maximum transmit power of the TX channels of
the RFU or RRU in the eNodeB.
l On the SMT-based GSM system, log in to the SMT. In the left pane of the Site
Maintenance Terminal System window, click Site. In the right pane of the window,
double-click Lock RXU Traffic Capability. In the displayed Lock RXU Traffic
Capability window, click the Query Config tab. On the displayed tab page, select the
target RFU.
l On the LMT-based GSM system, log in to the LMT. Run the DSP BTSBRD command
and click Assist. Set Information Type to RUNPARA(Running Parameter). Set
BTS Index or BTS Name based on the selected Index Type. Set Board Type to RXU
(RXU Board). Set RXU Index Type as required. Click Exec. View the Hardware
Maximum Output Power of the TX Channel and Maximum Output Power of the
TX Channel.
2.
If...
Then
The maximum transmit power is locked
Go to Step 1.2.
The maximum transmit power is not

locked
Notify the M2000 administrator to block

the corresponding RFU.
Set the maximum transmit power for the RFU to 0 to disable the locking for the maximum
transmit power.
l Run the LOC RRUTC command to disable the locking of the maximum transmit power
for the RFU of the NodeB.
l Run the LOC RRUTC command to disable the locking of the maximum transmit power
for the RFU of the eNodeB.
Capability window, click the Config tab. On the displayed tab page, select the target
RFU to set the maximum transmit power of the RFU to 0.
l On the LMT-based GSM system, run the LOC BTSRXUTC command and click
Assist. Set the maximum transmit power to 0 and click Exec.
NOTE
l If multiple RFUs are involved, set the TX channels for each RFU. If the RFUs are in cascade
mode, configure the RFUs in ascending order of connections to minimize the influence on
services carried on RFUs.
Step 2 Notify the M2000 administrator to block the corresponding RFU.

l Run the BLK BRD command to block the RFU of the NodeB.
l Run the BLK BRD command to block the RFU of the eNodeB.
l Run the SET GCELLADMSTAT command to block the carrier frequency of the RFU of
the BTS.
NOTE
l Block the RFU before replacing the RFU or replacing the RF jumper.
l If the RFU to be replaced works in a multi-mode base station, block the RFU working in each mode.
l The RFU cannot be blocked in the GSM system. Only the carrier frequency of the RFU can be blocked.
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Step 3 Verify that TX channels of the RFU are disabled. In this situation, the ACT indicator on the
RFU panel blinks at 0.5 Hz.
Step 4 Wear the 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 other electronic components.
Step 5 Turn off the switch for DC power output for the RFU on the direct current distribution unit-01
(DCDU-01) to power off the RFU.
Step 6 Label the power cable for the faulty RFU, and then disconnect the cable.
Step 7 Label the RF jumper of the faulty RFU, loosen the DIN 7/16 elbow male connector of the RF
jumper, and disconnect the RF jumper.
Step 8 Label the common public radio interface (CPRI) cable for the RFU, and disconnect the CPRI
cable.
Step 9 Loosen the screws at the four corners of the RFU using a Phillips screwdriver, and then pull the
RFU using the handle to move it outwards 50 mm to 100 mm, as shown in Figure 5-61. Use
one hand to hold the RFU and use the other hand to pull the RFU out of the cabinet.
Figure 5-61 Removing the RFU
Step 10 Place the removed RFU in an ESD box, and place the handle back to the original position.
Step 11 Place the new RFU on guide rails, and slide it along the rails until it is in position.
Step 12 Tighten the captive screws at the four corners of the RFU panel to secure the RFU in the subrack.
Step 13 Connect the labeled CPRI cable to the new RFU.
Step 14 Connect the labeled RF jumper to the new RFU, and tighten the DIN male elbow connector to
25 Nm to 35 Nm using a torque wrench.
Step 15 Connect the labeled power cable to the new RFU and secure the cable.
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Step 16 Turn on the switch for DC output power on the DCDU-01 to power on the RFU.
Step 17 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.
1.
If the locking of the maximum transmit power of the RFU is required, perform the following
operations:
l Run the LOC RRUTC command to set the maximum transmit power of the RFU of
the NodeB. Run the RST BRD command to reset the RFU. Run the DSP
TXBRANCH command to check whether the setting is successful.
l Run the LOC RRUTC command to set the maximum transmit power of the RFU of
the eNodeB. Run the RST BRD command to reset the RFU. Run the DSP
TXBRANCH command to check whether the setting is successful.
Capability window, click the Config tab. On the displayed tab page, select the target
RFU. Reset the RFU on the LMT to activate the configuration data.
l On the LMT-based GSM system, run the LOC BTSRXUTC command and click
Assist. Set the maximum transmit power and click Exec. Run the RST BTSBRD
command. Set Reset Type to SOFTWARE(Software Reset) to reset the RFU and
activate the configuration data.
NOTE
l If the target maximum transmit power of the RFU is larger than the maximum transmit power
the RFU supports, the setting is not required.
l If multiple RFUs are involved, set the maximum transmit power of each RFU.
l If multiple RFUs are involved, reset each RFU.
2.
Step 19 On the M2000, perform the following operations:

1.
Run the MML commands to unblock the RFU.

l Run the UBL BRD command to unblock the RFU of the NodeB.
l Run the UBL BRD command to unblock the RFU of the eNodeB.
l Run the SET GTRXADMSTAT command to unblock the carrier frequency of the RFU
of the BTS.
2.
Synchronize the data manually. For details, see the M2000 Software and Hardware
Management User Guide.
NOTE
After replacing the RFU, decide whether to immediately add the new RFU to the hopping set as required.
For details, see the TRX Mutual Aid function in the SingleRAN Reconfiguration Guide.
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Follow-up Procedure
l
Fill in the fault form with the detailed information of the replaced board.
Contact the local Huawei office to handle the replaced board that can be faulty.
5.4 Replacing a DCDU-01

The DCDU-01, installed under the BBU3900, supplies DC power for the cabinet.
Prerequisite
l
The tools and materials, such as an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves and screwdriver, are
ready.
The authorized personnel are permitted to enter the site. The required keys are available.
Replacing the DCDU-01 disrupts the services carried on the corresponding cabinet.
It takes about 20 minutes to replace the DCDU-01.
Context
Procedure
NOTE
Take proper ESD protection measures, for example, wear an ESD wrist strap or a pair of ESD gloves, to
Step 2 Power off the BTS3900 by referring to 4.2 Powering Off the BTS3900.
Step 3 Label the cables connected to the output ports on the DCDU-01, and then disconnect them.
Step 4 Use the Phillips screwdriver to remove the protection cover from the external power input wiring
terminal block of the DCDU-01, as shown in Figure 5-62.
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Figure 5-62 Removing the protection cover
(1) Protection cover
(2) Screw
(3) External input power cable
Step 5 Label the external input power cable for the DCDU-01, and then disconnect the cable.
Step 6 Remove the four M6x12 screws from the two mounting ears of the DCDU-01, as shown in
Figure 5-63.
Figure 5-63 Removing the screws from the two mounting ears of the DCDU-01
Step 7 Remove the DCDU-01 by pulling out the DCDU-01 with one hand, and holding the DCDU-01
with the other hand.
Step 8 Put the faulty DCDU-01 into an ESD box.
Step 9 Install the new DCDU-01 into the position where the original one is located, and then use the
four removed M6x12 screws to secure the DCDU-01 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
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(-), and then connect the OT terminal of the GND cable (black) to the terminal labeled RTN
(+).
Step 11 Place the protection cover on the DCDU-01, and then tighten the screws by using the Phillips
screwdriver.
Step 12 Remove the rubber covers from the DCDU-01 power sockets on the new DCDU-01 panel.
Step 13 Connect the removed cables to the power output ports on the DCDU-01 panel according to the
marks.
Step 14 Power on the BTS3900 by referring to 4.1 Powering On the BTS3900.
----End
Follow-up Procedure
1.
2.
Fill in the fault form with the details of the replaced board.
3.
Contact the local Huawei office to handle the faulty board.
5.5 Replacing the Fan Box

The fan box works with the air inlet box in the cabinet to form a ventilation loop, and provides
forced ventilation.
Prerequisite
l
ready.
Replacing the fan box may result in over-temperature alarms due to interruption of heat
dissipation for the cabinet, but services of the base station are not affected.
It takes about 20 minutes to replace a fan box.
The handle is used during the RFU replacement. The handle is placed in the slot at the
upper right inside the cabinet door, as shown in Figure 5-64.
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Figure 5-64 Slot for placing the handle
NOTE
The handle can be used only to pull the RFU and fan box outwards horizontally.
Procedure
NOTE
Step 2 Set the DC power switch labeled FAN on the DCDU-01 to OFF. Figure 5-65 shows the position
of the power switch on the DCDU-01 for the fan box.
Figure 5-65 Position of the switch for the fan box
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Step 3 Label the cables on the panel of the fan box and then remove the cables.
Step 4 Loosen the captive screws on both sides of the adjustable cable trough. Then, raise the cable
trough and fix it at the upper mounting hole, as shown in Figure 5-66.
Figure 5-66 Raising the adjustable cable trough
(1) Upper mounting hole
(2) Captive screw
Step 5 Remove the four screws from the fan box. Pull out the fan box by one-third of its length with
one hand by using the handle key, hold the fan box with the other hand, and then pull the entire
fan box out of the cabinet, as shown in Figure 5-67. Then, put the faulty fan box into an ESD
box.
Figure 5-67 Removing the fan box
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Step 6 Install the new fan box. Then, secure the four screws.
Step 7 Place the adjustable cable trough to its original position, and then tighten the captive screws on
both sides of the adjustable cable trough.
Step 8 Install the cables to the panel of the fan box based on the labels.
Step 9 Set the switch on the DCDU-01 for the fan box to ON.
NOTE
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5.6 Replacing the Power Subrack (AC/DC)

The power subrack (AC/DC), which is located in the lower part of the BTS3900 cabinet, provides
Prerequisite
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ready.
Replacing the power subrack (AC/DC) disrupts all services carried by the base station.
It takes about 25 minutes to replace a power subrack (AC/DC).
Context
Procedure
NOTE
Step 3 Label the cables on the panels of the power subrack (AC/DC) and PMU, and then disconnect
them.
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Step 4 Loosen the screws on the panel of the PMU or PSU (AC/DC), which is located in the power
subrack (AC/DC), as shown in Figure 5-68.
Figure 5-68 Removing the PMU or PSU (AC/DC)
(1) Screws on the panel of the PMU
(2) PMU
(3) Power subrack
NOTE
Figure 5-68 shows the panel of the PMU. The two screws on the panel of the PSU (AC/DC) are in the
same positions as the screws on the panel of the PMU.
Step 5 Raise the ejector levers on the panel of the PMU or PSU, and pull out the PMU or PSU along
the slide rails, as shown in Figure 5-68.
Step 6 Repeat steps Step 4 and Step 5 to remove all the PMU and 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 two mounting ears of the power subrack (AC/DC), as
shown in Figure 5-69.
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Figure 5-69 Removing the screws from the 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 the new power subrack (AC/DC), perform the preceding steps in the contrary order to
install the new power subrack (AC/DC) in the cabinet, and install all removed PMU and PSUs
into the power subrack (AC/DC).
Step 11 Reconnect the cables to the panels of the power subrack (AC/DC) and PMU according to the
labels.
CAUTION
For 220V AC three-phase power cable, remove the short-circuiting strips 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
Installation Guide.
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5.7 Replacing the PMU

The PMU performs the power system management, power distribution detection, and alarm
reporting functions.
Prerequisite
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ready.
This module is hot-swappable.
Replacing the PMU does not affect the services.
Context
Procedure
NOTE
Step 2 Label the cables on the panel of the PMU, and then disconnect the cables from the PMU.
CAUTION
When inserting or removing the DB50 connector of the environment monitoring signal cable,
you must hold the connector with both hands and keep it perpendicular to the panel, to prevent
false alarms caused by bent pins.
Step 3 Loosen the screws on the handle of the PMU panel by using a Phillips screwdriver.
Step 4 Pull the handle gently to disconnect the PMU from the subrack, and then remove the PMU from
the slot, as shown in Figure 5-70.
Figure 5-70 Removing the PMU
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Step 5 Put the fault PMU into a ESD box.

Step 6 Set the DIP switch on the new PMU, as shown in Figure 5-71.
Figure 5-71 Setting the DIP switch
Step 7 Loosen the screws on the handle of the PMU. Then, pull the handle outwards.
Step 8 Slide the PMU along the guide rails into the slot, and then push the handle back.
Step 9 Tighten the screws on the handle, as shown in Figure 5-72.
Figure 5-72 Installing the PMU
Step 10 Connect the cables, which have been disconnected from the PMU, according to the labels.
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5.8 Replacing the PSU (AC/DC)

When a PSU (AC/DC) has a fault that cannot be rectified in a short period, the PSU needs to be
replaced.
Prerequisite
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ready.
The module is hot-swappable.
Replacing the PSU (AC/DC) causes power-off of the cabinet and thus disrupts all services
carried by the base station.
Context
Procedure
NOTE
Step 2 Use a screwdriver to loosen the screws on the ejector levers of the panel of the PSU (AC/DC).
Step 3 Raise the ejector levers and remove the PSU (AC/DC) from the subrack, as shown in Figure
5-73.
Figure 5-73 Removing the PSU (AC/DC)
Step 4 Place the removed PSU (AC/DC) into an ESD box.

Step 5 Use a screwdriver to loosen the screws on the ejector levers of the PSU (AC/DC) and raise the
ejector levers.
Step 6 Slide the PSU (AC/DC) into the subrack and lower the ejector levers.
Step 7 Tighten the screws on the ejector levers. Figure 5-74 shows the entire installation process.
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Figure 5-74 Installing the PSU (AC/DC)
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5.9 Replacing the Power Subrack (DC/DC)

The power subrack (DC/DC), which is located in the lower part of the BTS3900 cabinet, provides
Prerequisite
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ready.
Replacing the power subrack (DC/DC) disrupts all services carried by the base station.
It takes about 25 minutes to replace a power subrack (DC/DC).
Context
Procedure
NOTE
Step 3 Label the cables on panels of the power subrack (DC/DC), and then disconnect them.
Step 4 Loosen the screws on the panel of the PSU, which is located in the power subrack (DC/DC),
raise the ejector levers on the panel of the PSU, and pull out the PSU along the slide rails, as
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Figure 5-75 Removing the PSU (DC/DC)
Step 5 Repeat step Step 4, remove all PSUs from the power subrack (DC/DC), and place the removed
PSUs into an ESD box.
Step 6 Remove the four M6x12 screws from the two mounting ears of the power subrack (DC/DC), as
Figure 5-76 Removing the screws from the mounting ears
Step 7 Hold the power subrack (DC/DC) with one hand, and pull out the power subrack (DC/DC) with
the other hand.
Step 8 Place the removed power subrack (DC/DC) into an ESD box.
Step 9 Take out the new power subrack (DC/DC), perform the preceding steps in the contrary order to
install the new power subrack (DC/DC) in the cabinet, and install all removed PSUs into the
power subrack (DC/DC).
Step 10 Reconnect the cables to the panel of the power subrack (DC/DC) according to the labels.
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5.10 Replacing the PSU (DC/DC)

When a PSU (DC/DC) has a fault that cannot be rectified in a short period, the PSU needs to be
replaced.
Prerequisite
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ready.
Replacing the PSU (DC/DC) maybe causes power-off of the cabinet and thus disrupts all
services carried by the base station.
The module is hot-swappable.
Context
Procedure
NOTE
Step 2 Use a screwdriver to loosen the screws on the ejector levers of the panel of the PSU (DC/DC).
Step 3 Raise the ejector levers and remove the PSU (DC/DC) from the subrack, as shown in Figure
5-77.
Figure 5-77 Removing the PSU (DC/DC)
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Step 4 Place the removed PSU (DC/DC) into an ESD box.

Step 5 Use a screwdriver to loosen the screws on the ejector levers of the PSU (DC/DC) and raise the
ejector levers.
Step 6 Slide the PSU (AC/DC) into the subrack and lower the ejector levers.
Step 7 Tighten the screws on the ejector levers. Figure 5-78 shows the entire installation process.
Figure 5-78 Installing the PSU (DC/DC)
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