Chapter 5: Installing the switch
Installation of hardware and software introduces the Avaya Ethernet Routing Switch 5000 Series to the
network. Installation tasks include the procedures required to bring the switch online. The procedures
reflect the recommended method to install the 5000 Series switch in the simplest way, with necessary
safety precautions. Installation does not include customized configuration, switch maintenance, or switch
administration.
Prerequisites:
•
Environmental requirements on page 25
• Placement options on page 25
• Standalone arrangement on page 27
• Single and multiple switch arrangements on page 27
• Stack arrangement on page 27
• Understanding stack types on page 29
• Understanding transceiver connections on page 34
• Avaya Ethernet Redundant Power Supply 15 on page 39
•
Avaya Ethernet DC-DC converter module on page 39
Installation navigation:
Installation tasks on page 45
Installation tasks
This work flow shows you the sequence of tasks you perform to install the switch.
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