Name: Extreme Networks VSP 4900 Series
Brand: Extreme Networks
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5 Installing Your Switch

Safety Considerations for Installing Switches

What You Will Need for the Installation

Attaching the Switch to a Rack or Cabinet

Installing Optional Components

Installing Internal AC Power Supplies

Powering up the Switch

Connecting Network Interface Cables

Before you attempt to install or remove an Extreme Networks switch, read the precautions in Safety

Considerations for Installing Switches on page 36.

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 36.

2 Install the switch in the rack.

See Attaching the Switch to a Rack or Cabinet on page 37.

3 Install optional components: optical transceivers and cables.

See the instructions in Installing Optional Components on page 40.

4 If your switch does not come with an installed internal power supply, install one or two power

supplies.

See Installing Internal AC Power Supplies on page 40.

Note

Be aware of whether the power supply you are installing is AC-powered or a DC-powered.

The installation instructions are dierent depending upon what type of power is used.

5 Power up the switch.

See Powering up the Switch on page 42.

6 Connect network interface cables.

See Connecting Network Interface Cables on page 42.

7 Perform initial network connection and conﬁguration.

See Activating and Verifying the Switch on page 44.

VSP 4900 Series Switches: Hardware Installation Guide 35

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