Install Your Switch
Safety Considerations for Installation on page 56
What You Will Need for the Installation on page 56
Attach the Switch to a Rack or Cabinet on page 56
Install Optional Components on page 65
Install Internal AC Power Supplies on page 66
Connect Network Interface Cables on page 66
Turn on the Switch on page 67
Before you attempt to install or remove an Extreme Networks switch, read the precautions in Safety
Considerations for Installation on page 56.
Extreme Networks switches fit 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 56.
2. Install the switch in the rack.
See Attach the Switch to a Rack or Cabinet on page 56.
3. Install optional components: optical transceivers and cables.
See the instructions in Install Optional Components on page 65.
4. If your switch does not come with an installed internal power supply, install one or two power
supplies.
See Install Internal AC Power Supplies on page 66.
5. Power up the switch.
See Turn on the Switch on page 67.
6. Connect network interface cables.
See Connect Network Interface Cables on page 66.
7. Perform initial network connection and configuration.
See Activate and Verify the Switch on page 68.
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