CHAPTER 1
Overview
This chapter provides an overview of the Cisco Nexus 7000 Series switch and includes the following sections:
• Cisco Nexus 7000 Series, on page 1
• Preparing the Site, on page 23
• Safety Guidelines, on page 23
• Installation and Connection Guidelines, on page 23
• Managing the System Hardware, on page 24
• Replacing Components, on page 24
Cisco Nexus 7000 Series
The Cisco Nexus 7000 Series switches are multiprotocol-capable, high-density, and high-performance switches
that incorporate Ethernet/IP, virtualization, Layer 4 to Layer 7 services, and low-latency interconnect (LLI)
technologies. The Cisco Nexus 7000 Series models are described in the following topics:
Cisco Nexus 7004 Switch
The Cisco Nexus 7004 chassis has four slots that allow for one or two supervisor modules and up to two I/O
modules. Additionally, the chassis holds a fan tray, up to four power supplies, and cable management frames.
Optionally, you can include a door and air filter. Figure 1: Standard Hardware Features on the Front and Sides
of the Cisco Nexus 7004 Chassis, on page 2 identifies these features as seen from the front of the chassis.
Cisco Nexus 7000 Series Hardware Installation and Reference Guide
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