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Installing a Cisco MDS 9132T Switch
3. Check to be sure that all the power supplies and the fan trays have the expected direction of airflow.
Port-side intake airflow modules have a red coloring, and port-side exhaust airflow modules have blue
coloring. For more information, see the
Installing the Switch
This section describes how to use the rack-mount kit to install the Cisco MDS 9132T switch into a cabinet or
rack that meets the requirements described in the
Installing the Switch on Shelf Brackets
This section provides general instructions for installing the switch on top of the shelf brackets. Note that this
is an optional task.
Note
Before you install, operate, or service the system, refer to
the Cisco MDS 9000 Family
To install the switch on top of the shelf brackets, follow these steps:
Step 1
Verify that the shelf brackets are level and securely attached to the rack-mounting posts, the crossbar is securely attached
to the shelf brackets, and the rack is stabilized.
Step 2
Slide the switch onto the shelf brackets, ensuring that it is squarely positioned.
Step 3
Attach the switch to the rack-mounting posts.
Caution
We recommend that you ground the chassis even if the rack is already grounded. A grounding pad with two
threaded M4 holes is provided on the chassis for attaching a grounding lug.
The grounding lug must be NRTL listed and compatible with copper conductors. Only copper conductors
Note
(wires) must be used and these conductors must comply with National Electrical Code (NEC) for ampacity.
NEBS Compliance
In case of port-side intake airflow, the chassis has to be NEBS compliant. To be NEBS compliant, install the
NEBS kit by following these steps:
1. Install two NEBS rack–mount brackets onto the switch.
2. Install the NEBS air-baffle onto the switch, and ensure that the direction is as shown in the following
images.
• Effect of damage on the installation
for important safety information.
Power Supplies
and
Fan Modules
Cabinet and Rack Requirements
Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for
Installing a Cisco MDS 9132T Switch
Installing the Switch
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