Install the Switch
Safety Considerations for Installation on page 52
What You Will Need for the Installation on page 53
Attach the Switch to a Rack or Cabinet on page 53
Install Optional Components on page 59
Install Internal Power Supplies on page 60
Turn on the Switch on page 66
Connect Network Interface Cables on page 67
Before you attempt to install or remove an Extreme Networks switch, read the
precautions in Safety Considerations for Installation on page 52.
Extreme Networks switches t into standard 19-inch equipment racks.
A four-post rack-mounting kit is provided with the switch. A two-post kit can be
ordered separately.
The installation process includes the following tasks:
1. Prepare to install the switch. See What You Will Need for the Installation on page
53.
2. Install the switch in the rack. See Attach the Switch to a Rack or Cabinet on page 53.
3. Install optional components: optical transceivers and cables. See the instructions in
Install Optional Components on page 59.
4. If your switch does not come with an installed internal power supply, install one or
two power supplies. See Install Internal Power Supplies on page 60.
5. Power up the switch. See Turn on the Switch on page 66 .
6. Connect network interface cables. See Connect Network Interface Cables on page
67 .
7. Perform initial network connection and conguration. See Activate and Verify the
Switch on page 68.
Safety Considerations for Installation
Read the information in this chapter thoroughly before you attempt to install or
remove an Extreme Networks switch.
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