Chapter 2
Installation
Removing Screws from the Switch
Attaching the Brackets to a Catalyst 2912 XL, 2924C XL, 2924 XL,
2912MF XL, 2924M XL, or 2924M XL DC Switch
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"Attaching the Brackets to a Catalyst 2912 LRE XL or 2924 LRE XL Switch"
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section on page 2-16
"Mounting the Switch in a Rack" section on page 2-18
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"Attaching the Optional Cable Guide" section on page 2-19
If you plan to install the switch in a rack, you must first remove screws in the
switch chassis so that mounting brackets can be attached.
to remove the chassis screws in a fixed-port and a modular port switch.
Figure 2-3
Removing Screws from the Switch
SE R IE
S
SE R IE
S
Follow these steps to attach the brackets to a Catalyst 2912 XL, 2924C XL, 2924
XL, 2912MF XL, 2924M XL, or 2924M XL DC switch:
The bracket orientation and screws that you use depend on whether you are
attaching the brackets for a 19-, 23-, or 24-inch rack. Use two of the supplied
screws to attach each bracket, according to rack size:
Catalyst 2900 Series XL Hardware Installation Guide
Installing the Switch in a Rack
Figure 2-3
shows how
Fixed-port
Catalyst 2900 series XL
Modular
Catalyst 2900 series XL
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