Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series User Manual

• Phillips screwdrivers: small, 3/16-in. (4 to 5 mm) and medium, 1/4-in. (6 to 7 mm)
• To install or remove modules
• To remove the cover, if you are upgrading memory or other components
• Screws that fit your rack
• Wire crimper
• Wire for connecting the chassis to an earth ground:
• AWG 6 (13 mm²) wire for NEBS-compliant chassis grounding
• AWG 14 (2 mm²) or larger wire for NEC-compliant chassis grounding
• AWG 18 (1 mm² ) or larger wire for EN/IEC 60950-compliant chassis grounding
• For NEC-compliant grounding, an appropriate user-supplied ring terminal, with an inner diameter of 1/4
in. (5 to 7 mm)
In addition, depending on the type of modules you plan to use, you might need the following equipment to
connect a port to an external network:
• Cables for connection to the WAN and LAN ports (dependent on configuration)
• Ethernet hub or PC with a network interface card for connection to an Ethernet (LAN) port.
• Console terminal (an ASCII terminal or a PC running HyperTerminal or similar terminal emulation
software) configured for 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no flow control, and no parity.
• Modem for connection to the auxiliary port for remote administrative access (optional).
• Data service unit (DSU) or channel service unit/data service unit (CSU/DSU) as appropriate for serial
interfaces.
• External CSU for any CT1/PRI modules without a built-in CSU.
Hardware Installation Guide for Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms
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Prepare for Installation
Required Tools and Equipment for Installation and Maintenance

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