CHAPTER 11
Site Preparation and Maintenance Records
This appendix provides a site planning list to use when preparing your site for the Cisco Nexus 7000 Series
switch and includes these sections:
• Site Preparation Checklist, on page 251
• Contact and Site Information, on page 252
• Chassis and Module Information, on page 253
Site Preparation Checklist
Planning the location and layout of your equipment rack or cabinet is essential for successful switch operation,
ventilation, and accessibility.
Table 70: Site Planning Checklist , on page 251 lists the site planning tasks that we recommend that you
complete before you install the Cisco Nexus 7000 Series switch. Your completion of each task ensures a
successful switch installation.
Table 70: Site Planning Checklist
Verification Time and DatePlanning Activity
Space evaluation:
• Space and layout
• Floor covering
• Impact and vibration
• Lighting
• Physical access
• Maintenance access
Environmental evaluation:
• Ambient temperature
• Humidity
• Altitude
• Atmospheric contamination
• Airflow
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