Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Installation Note

Figure 12: Removing a Line Card from the Slot
Step 8 Place the line card on an antistatic mat or in an antistatic bag.
Step 9 Install a replacement line card after a 15-second wait. Alternatively, if the chassis slot is to remain empty,
install a blank slot cover (C9606-SLOT-BLANK).
Remove slot blanks only when installing a line card. If a line card is removed, ensure that you replace it with
a slot blank immediately. Also, keep the line card in ESD-protective bags when they are not installed in a
chassis.
Blank faceplates and cover panels serve three important functions: they prevent exposure to hazardous
voltages and currents inside the chassis; they contain electromagnetic interference (EMI) that might
disrupt other equipment; and they direct the flow of cooling air through the chassis. Do not operate
the system unless all cards, faceplates, front covers, and rear covers are in place. Statement 1029
Caution
Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Line Card Installation Note
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Removing a Line Card

Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Specifications

General

Series	Catalyst 9600 Series
Category	Switch
Switching Capacity	Up to 25.6 Tbps
Software	Cisco IOS XE
Form Factor	Modular chassis
Purpose	Enterprise campus core and distribution
Ports	10G, 25G, 40G, 100G, 400G
Redundancy	Yes, supports redundant power supplies and fans
Stacking	Virtual Stacking supported
Security	Advanced security features including MACsec encryption
Management	Cisco DNA Center, CLI, SNMP
Uplink Ports	40G, 100G
Power Supply	Redundant, hot-swappable
Operating Temperature	0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
Port Density	Up to 384 ports
Weight	Starting at 75 lbs (34 kg)
Modular Slots	Up to 6 line card slots