Installation Guidelines 12
Unpacking and Installing the Switch 13
Installing the Switch 14
Grounding the Chassis 19
Starting the Switch 21
CHAPTER 4
Connecting the Switch to the Network 25
Connecting to the Network 25
Preparing for Network Connections 25
Connecting to a Console 26
Connecting the Management Interface 27
Connecting Interface Ports to Other Devices 27
Installing SFP+ and SFP Transceivers 28
Installing SFP+ and SFP Optical Cables 29
Installing QSFP+ Transceivers 29
CHAPTER 5
Replacing Components 31
Replacing a Fan Module 31
Removing a Fan Module 31
Installing a Fan Module 32
Replacing a Power Supply Module 32
Removing an HVAC/HVDC Power Supply 33
Removing an AC Power Supply 33
Removing a DC Power Supply 34
Installing an HVAC/HVDC Power Supply 35
Installing an AC Power Supply 36
Installing a DC Power Supply 36
Wiring a 48 V DC Electrical Connector Block 37
APPENDIX A
Rack Specifications 41
Overview of Racks 41
General Requirements for Cabinets and Racks 41
Requirements Specific to Standard Open Racks 42
Requirements Specific to Perforated Cabinets 42
Cable Management Guidelines 42
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