Site Preparation Checklist for a QFX5100 Device
The checklist in Table 13 on page 92 summarizes the tasks you need to perform when preparing a site for
QFX5100 deviceinstallation.
Table 13: Site Preparation Checklist
DatePerformed ByFor More InformationItem or Task
Architecture
•
Plan a Virtual Chassis Fabric
Deployment on page 87
•
Planning a QFX3000-G QFabric
System Deployment
•
Planning a QFX3000-M QFabric
System Deployment
Determine whether the QFX5100 device
will operate:
•
standalone
•
as a member in a Virtual Chassis
•
as a spine or leaf in a Virtual Chassis
Fabric (VCF)
•
as a node in a QFabric
Environment
“Environmental Requirements and
Specifications for a QFX5100 Device”
on page 99
Verify that environmental factors such
as temperature and humidity do not
exceed switch tolerances.
Power
Measure the distance between external
power sources and switch installation
site.
“AC Power Specifications for a
QFX5100 Device” on page 153
Calculate the power consumption and
requirements.
Rack or Cabinet
“Rack Requirements for a QFX5100
Device” on page 111
“Cabinet Requirements for a
QFX5100 Device” on page 117
Verify that your rack or cabinet meets
the minimum requirements for the
installation of the switch.
“Clearance Requirements for Airflow
and Hardware Maintenance for a
QFX5100 Device” on page 122
Plan rack or cabinet location, including
required space clearances.
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