• Ensure you understand how to prevent electrostac discharge (ESD) damage. See
Prevenon of
Electrostac Discharge Damage
.
• Unpack the switch as described in "Unpacking the EX9200 Switch" on page 148.
• In a four-post rack or open-frame rack, install the mounng shelf. See
Installing a Mounng Shelf in a
Rack or Cabinet for an EX9204 Switch
,
Installing a Mounng Shelf in a Rack or Cabinet for an
EX9208 Switch
, or "Installing a Mounng Shelf in a Rack or Cabinet for an EX9214 Switch" on page
155.
• Review chassis liing guidelines described in Chassis Liing Guidelines for EX9200 Switches.
Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available to install the switch:
• A mechanical li
• 7/16-in. (11-mm) nut driver
• Phillips (+) screwdrivers, number 1 and 2
• ESD grounding wrist strap
Because of the size and weight of the switch, we strongly recommend using a mechanical li to install
the switch.
CAUTION: Do not install line cards in the chassis unl aer you mount the chassis
securely on a rack or cabinet.
CAUTION: Before front-mounng the switch on a rack or cabinet, have a qualied
technician verify that the rack or cabinet is strong enough to support the weight of the
switch and is adequately supported at the installaon site.
CAUTION: If you are installing more than one switch in a rack or cabinet, install the rst
switch at the boom of the rack.
To install the switch using a mechanical li:
1. Aach the ESD grounding strap to your bare wrist and connect the strap to the ESD point on the
chassis.
2. Ensure that the rack or cabinet is placed in its permanent locaon and is secured to the building.
Ensure that the installaon site allows adequate clearance for both airow and maintenance.
3. Load the switch onto the li, making sure it rests securely on the li plaorm.
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