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Provides essential safety precautions before installing, operating, or servicing the switch.
Details available rack-mount kits and rack types for installing the Cisco Nexus 3500 series switch.
Lists prerequisites and site checks required before proceeding with the chassis installation.
Instructions for safely unpacking and visually inspecting the switch chassis for any damage.
Step-by-step guide for rack-mounting the 1 RU chassis in a standard four-post rack.
Procedure for mounting the switch using the NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU rack-mount kit.
Procedure for mounting the switch using the N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT rack-mount kit.
Guide for installing the 1 RU chassis into a two-post rack setup.
Details on properly grounding the switch chassis for safety and electrical integrity.
Steps to power up and initialize the Cisco Nexus 3500 series switch after installation.
Identifies the intended audience for this hardware installation guide.
Lists other Cisco documents and resources relevant to the Nexus 3500 series.
Provides a general overview of the Cisco Nexus 3548 and 3524 series switches.
Specifies the acceptable ambient operating and storage temperature ranges for the switch.
Details the required ambient operating and storage humidity levels for the switch.
Outlines altitude limitations that may affect the switch's cooling and electrical performance.
Advises on maintaining a clean environment to prevent dust buildup and overheating.
Considerations for site preparation and equipment needed for network connectivity.
Instructions for establishing a console connection for initial switch configuration and management.
Steps to connect the switch to the network via its management interface.
Guidance on connecting the switch's interface ports to external network devices.
Best practices for maintaining transceivers and fiber-optic cables for optimal performance.
Procedure for safely replacing the fan module while the system is operational.
Steps for hot-swapping an AC power supply without interrupting switch operation.
Procedure for safely replacing a DC power supply, including precautions for hazardous voltage.
Specifies general requirements for cabinets and racks used for Cisco Nexus switch installation.
Details specific requirements for perforated cabinets to ensure proper cooling and airflow.
Outlines requirements for mounting the chassis in open racks without side panels or doors.
Provides detailed environmental operating parameters for the Cisco Nexus switches.
Lists the physical dimensions (width, depth, height) of the Cisco Nexus 3500 series switches.
Details specifications for various AC power cables compatible with the Cisco Nexus switches.
Specifies compatible DC power cables, including part numbers and descriptions.
Provides specifications for High Voltage DC (HVDC) power cables.
Explains the status and meaning of LEDs located on the front and back of the switch chassis.
Describes the status indicators and meanings for the fan modules.
Details the status and meanings of LEDs for the power supply units.
Lists available spare parts, power supply options, fan options, and accessory kits for the Nexus 3548 series.
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