Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series User Manual

Figure 75: Cisco Catalyst SM-NIM Adapter in C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T
Description
Chassis1
Cisco C-SM-NIM adapter2
2. Align the Catalyst NIM adapter with the guides in the chassis walls or slot divider and slide it gently into
a service module (SM) slot on the router.
3. Push the Catalyst NIM adapter into place until you feel the edge connector seat securely into the connector
on the router backplane. The faceplate should contact the chassis rear panel.
4. Using a number 1 Phillips screwdriver, tighten the captive screws on the network interface module.
5. Check the LED on the Catalyst NIM adapter and confirm proper operation.
A solid green LED indicates that the Catalyst NIM adapter is correctly inserted. It may take several
seconds for the adapter to start before the LED is solid green.
Note
6. (Optional) Install either one or two network interface modules into the Catalyst NIM adapter after it has
been installed in the chassis. Follow the instructions for installing the NIM.
Install Network Interface Modules in the NIM Adapter
The Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter provides two network interface module (NIM) slots. To install a NIM into
the adapter, follow the instructions for the NIM.
• Install the Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter into the router chassis before installing any NIMs into the
adapter.
• Before removing the Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter from the chassis, first remove any NIMs that
have been installed into the adapter.
Note
Hardware Installation Guide for Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms
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Install Cisco Catalyst Network Interface Module
Install Network Interface Modules in the NIM Adapter

Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Specifications

General

Software	Cisco IOS XE
Interface Modules	Modular
WAN Ports	Varies based on module selection
LAN Ports	Varies based on module selection
Redundancy	Yes, with dual power supplies and modular components
Security	Integrated threat defense, encryption, and secure boot
Management	Cisco DNA Center, CLI, SNMP, REST APIs
Form Factor	Rack-mountable
Rack Height	1RU or 2RU
Interfaces	Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, 25 Gigabit Ethernet, 40 Gigabit Ethernet, 100 Gigabit Ethernet, Serial
Power Supply	Redundant power supply options available
Key Features	SD-WAN, advanced security
Product Family	Catalyst
Port Density	Varies based on module selection
Dimensions	Varies by model
Weight	Varies by model and module selection