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Cisco MDS 9148S Multilayer Switch Hardware Installation Guide
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Chapter 2 Installing the Cisco MDS 9148S Switch
Preinstallation
• Any optional items ordered
Step 2 Check for damage and report any discrepancies or damage to your customer service representative. Have
the following information ready:
• Invoice number of shipper (see packing slip)
• Model and serial number of the damaged unit
• Description of damage
• Effect of damage on the installation
Front-Facing Installation
To install the switch in a cabinet or rack using the rack-mount kit provided with the switch, follow these
steps:
Step 1 Install the front rack-mount bracket as follows:
a. Position one of the front rack-mount brackets against the side of the switch and align the screw
holes. Then attach the bracket to the switch with the three M4 screws originally provided with the
bracket.
b. Repeat with the other front rack-mount bracket on the other side of the switch.
Step 2 Install the C brackets as follows:
Note Two C brackets are shipped preinstalled on the switch, using three M3 screws per bracket. This
installation step is only necessary if the C brackets were removed.
a. Position one of the C brackets against the side of the switch and align the screw holes. Attach the
bracket to the switch with the three M3 screws originally provided with the bracket.
b. Repeat with the other C bracket on the other side of the switch.
Step 3 Install the slider rails in the rack. Position one of the slider rails against the rack mounting rails and align
the screw holes as shown in Figure 2-1.
Step 4 Attach the slider rail using two 12-24 screws or two 10-32 screws, depending on the rack rail thread type.
For racks with square holes, insert the 12-24 cage nuts in position behind the mounting holes in the slider
rails.
a. Repeat with the other slider rail on the other side of the rack.
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