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Cisco Nexus 7706 Hardware Installation Guide
First Published: 2013-12-24
Last Modified: 2014-06-19
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Text Part Number: OL-31330-01

Table of Contents

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Cisco Nexus 7706 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCisco
ModelNexus 7706
CategorySwitch
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Preface

Audience

Defines the target audience for the Cisco Nexus 7706 Hardware Installation Guide.

Document Conventions

Explains the conventions used in the document for text formatting and command syntax.

Documentation Feedback

Provides instructions on how to submit feedback or report errors in the document.

Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request

Guides users on how to obtain Cisco documentation and submit service requests.

Chapter 1: Overview

Overview of the Cisco Nexus 7706 Switch Installation Features

Provides a high-level overview of the Cisco Nexus 7706 switch's hardware features and components.

Chapter 2: Preparing the Site

Humidity Requirements

Details the acceptable humidity levels for operating and storing the Cisco Nexus 7706 switch.

Altitude Requirements

Specifies the operating and storage altitude limits for the Cisco Nexus 7706 switch.

Dust and Particulate Requirements

Outlines precautions and requirements to minimize dust and particle contamination.

Minimizing Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference

Provides guidelines to reduce EMI and RFI to ensure proper operation.

Shock and Vibration Requirements

States the shock and vibration standards the switch meets for installation and handling.

Grounding Requirements

Explains the importance and procedure for grounding the switch for protection.

Planning for Power Requirements

Guides users on how to determine and plan for the switch's power needs.

Rack and Cabinet Requirements

Details the specifications for racks and cabinets suitable for installing the switch.

Clearance Requirements

Specifies the necessary clearances around the chassis for installation and airflow.

Chapter 3: Installing the Switch Chassis

Installing a Rack or Cabinet

Provides steps for installing the rack or cabinet before chassis installation.

Unpacking and Inspecting a New Switch

Details the process for unpacking and verifying the switch components.

Attaching Bottom-Support Rails to a Two-Post Rack

Instructions for attaching bottom-support rails to a two-post rack for stability.

Attaching Bottom-Support Rails to a Four-Post Rack

Instructions for attaching bottom-support rails to a four-post rack for stability.

Installing the Chassis in a Two-Post Rack

Step-by-step guide for installing the chassis into a two-post rack.

Installing the Chassis on a Four-Post Rack or Cabinet

Step-by-step guide for installing the chassis into a four-post rack or cabinet.

Grounding a Switch Chassis

Explains how to properly ground the switch chassis for safety and protection.

Grounding the Front ID Door

Details the procedure for bonding the front ID door to the chassis ground.

Installing Cable Management Frames onto the Chassis

Instructions for installing cable management frames on the chassis.

Attaching the Front Door to the Chassis

Steps for attaching the optional front door to the chassis.

Installing Air Filters

Guide for installing optional air filters on the chassis and cable management frames.

Chapter 4: Connecting to the Network

Guidelines for Connecting Ports

Provides best practices for handling and connecting transceivers and optical cables.

Connecting a Console to the Switch

Details how to establish a local management connection via a console terminal.

Connecting the Management Interface

Explains how to connect the switch's management port for network access.

Creating the Initial Switch Configuration

Guides users through the initial setup and configuration of the switch.

Connecting Interface Ports to the Network

Provides instructions for connecting fiber-optic cables to transceivers.

Disconnecting Optical Ports from the Network

Explains the procedure for safely disconnecting optical cables from transceivers.

Maintaining Transceivers and Optical Cables

Offers maintenance guidelines for transceivers and optical cables.

Chapter 5: Managing the Switch

Displaying Information About Installed Hardware Modules

Shows how to display information about installed hardware using the 'show hardware' command.

Displaying the Hardware Inventory for a Switch

Explains how to display FRU information, product IDs, and serial numbers using 'show inventory'.

Displaying the Backplane and Serial Number Information

Details how to display backplane information including serial numbers using 'show sprom backplane'.

Displaying Environmental Information for a Switch

Shows how to display environmental information using the 'show environment' command.

Displaying Temperatures for Modules

Explains how to view module temperature readings using 'show environment temperature'.

Connecting to a Module

Describes how to connect to a module using the 'attach module' command.

Saving the Module Configuration

Explains how to save module configurations and scenarios where they are preserved or lost.

Displaying Power Usage Information

Shows how to display switch power usage information using 'show environment power'.

Reloading a Module

Details how to reset a module using the 'reload module' command.

Rebooting the Switch

Explains how to reboot or reload the switch using the 'reload' command.

Overview of Supervisor Modules

Provides an overview of the switch's supervisor module types and their operation.

Shutting Down a Supervisor Module

Instructions for shutting down a supervisor module using the 'out-of-service module' command.

Overview of I/O Module Support

Lists the I/O modules supported by the Cisco Nexus 7700 Series switches.

Accessing an I/O Module through a Console

Explains how to access an I/O module's console port for troubleshooting.

Displaying Information for the Installed Modules

Shows how to display installed module information using 'show module' commands.

Purging the Module Configuration

Details how to clear the running configuration for an I/O slot using 'purge module'.

Shut Down or Power Up an I/O Module

Explains how to shut down or power up an I/O module using 'poweroff module' command.

Overview of Fabric Module Support

Describes the fabric modules supported by the switch and their compatibility.

Change the Amount of Power Reserved for Fabric Modules

Guides on modifying power reservation for fabric modules to free up unused slots.

Shutting Down or Powering Up a Fabric Module

Instructions for shutting down or powering up a fabric module.

Power Modes Overview

Explains the different power modes available for switch operations.

Guidelines for Configuring Power Redundancy Modes

Provides guidelines for configuring power redundancy modes based on installed supplies.

Configuring the Power Mode

Details how to configure the switch's power supply mode.

Chapter 6: Installing or Replacing Modules, Fan Trays, and Power Supplies

Using an ESD Wrist Strap to Prevent ESD Damage

Explains the critical importance of ESD protection when handling modules.

Installing or Replacing a Supervisor Module

Step-by-step instructions for installing or replacing supervisor modules.

Migrating from Supervisor 2E Modules (N77-SUP2E) to Supervisor 3E Modules (N77-SUP3E)

Guides the process of migrating from Supervisor 2E to Supervisor 3E modules.

Installing or Replacing an I/O Module

Detailed steps for installing or replacing I/O modules in the chassis.

Replacing a Fan Tray

Instructions for replacing a fan tray while the switch is operating.

Installing or Replacing a Fabric Module

Step-by-step guide for installing or replacing fabric modules.

Replacing Fabric 2 Modules with Fabric 3 Modules

Instructions for replacing Fabric 2 modules with Fabric 3 modules.

Recovery Procedure for Downgrading to Fabric 2 Modules from Fabric 3 Modules

Steps to downgrade from Fabric 3 to Fabric 2 modules if issues arise.

Installing or Replacing a Power Supply in a Switch Chassis

Detailed steps for installing or replacing power supply units in the switch chassis.

Connecting a 3-kW AC Power Supply to AC Power Sources

Guides on connecting 3-kW AC power supplies to AC power sources.

Connecting a 3.5-kW HVAC/HVDC Power Supply to AC Power Sources

Instructions for connecting 3.5-kW HVAC/HVDC power supplies to AC power sources.

Connecting DC Power Supplies with Power Sources

Details on connecting DC power supplies to DC power circuits.

Connecting a 3.5-kW HVAC/HVDC Power Supply to DC Power Sources

Instructions for connecting 3.5-kW HVAC/HVDC power supplies to DC power sources.

Appendix A: Switch Specifications

Environmental Specifications

Details environmental parameters like temperature, humidity, and altitude for the switch.

Switch Dimensions

Provides the physical dimensions of the Cisco Nexus 7706 chassis and related components.

Power Requirements

Lists the power requirements for supervisor modules of the Cisco Nexus 7706 switch.

Maximum Power Available for 3-kW AC Power Supplies

Details maximum power availability for 3-kW AC power supplies under various modes.

Maximum Power Available for 3-kW DC Power Supplies

Details maximum power availability for 3-kW DC power supplies under various modes.

Maximum Power Available for 3.5-kW Inputs (AC)

Details maximum power availability for 3.5-kW AC inputs under various modes.

Maximum Power Available for 3.5-kW Inputs (DC)

Details maximum power availability for 3.5-kW DC inputs under various modes.

Weights and Quantities for the Chassis, Modules, Fan Trays, and Power Supplies

Lists the weights and quantities of chassis, modules, fan trays, and power supplies.

Transceivers, Connectors, and Cables Used with Each I/O Module

Details transceivers, connectors, and cables for various I/O modules.

Power Supply Cable Specifications

Provides specifications for power supply cables, including RJ-45 connectors.

Appendix B: LEDs

Chassis LEDs

Describes the status and meaning of LEDs on the switch chassis.

Supervisor Module LEDs

Explains the meaning of LEDs for supervisor modules.

I/O Module LEDs

Details the status and meaning of LEDs for I/O modules.

Fabric Module LEDs

Describes the status and meaning of LEDs for fabric modules.

Fan Tray LEDs

Explains the status and meaning of LEDs for fan trays.

Power Supply LEDs

Describes the status and meaning of LEDs for power supply units.

Appendix C: Accessory Kits

Cisco Nexus 7706 Switch Accessory Kit

Lists and illustrates the contents of the standard accessory kit.

Cisco Nexus 7706 Switch Center-Mount Rails Kit

Details the contents of the center-mount rails kit for two-post rack installations.

Appendix D: Site Preparation and Maintenance Records

Site Preparation Checklist

Provides a checklist of site planning tasks for successful switch installation.

Contact and Site Information

Worksheet to record essential contact and site information.

Chassis and Module Information

Worksheets for recording chassis and module details like serial numbers and IP addresses.

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