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Installation Options with Rack-Mount Kits, Racks, and Cabinets
The rack-mount kit enables you to install the switch into racks of varying depths. You can position the switch
with easy access to either the port connections or the fan and power supply modules.
You can install the switch using the following rack-mount options:
• Rack-mount kit (N9K-C9300-RMK) which you can order from Cisco.
You can install the switch in the following types of racks:
• Open EIA rack
• Perforated EIA cabinet
The rack or cabinet that you use must meet the requirements listed the in
and Racks
Note
You are responsible for verifying that your rack and rack-mount hardware comply with the guidelines that
are described in this doc.
Install a Rack, on page 2
Unpacking and Inspecting a New Switch, on page 2
Installing the Chassis in a Two-Post Rack, on page 4
Installing the Chassis in a Four-Post Rack, on page 8
Grounding the Chassis, on page 13
Powering Up the Switch, on page 15
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General Requirements for Cabinets
Installing the Chassis
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Summary of Contents for Cisco Nexus 93128TX
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
You can install the switch using the following rack-mount options: • Rack-mount kit (N9K-C9300-RMK) which you can order from Cisco. You can install the switch in the following types of racks: •... -
Page 2: Install A Rack
Installing the Chassis Install a Rack Install a Rack Before you install the switch, you must install a standard two- or four-post, 19-inch EIA data center rack (or a cabinet that contains such a rack) that meets the requirements listed in Overview of Racks. -
Page 3: Planning How To Position The Chassis In The Rack
Installing the Chassis Planning How to Position the Chassis in the Rack The shipment should include the following: • Switch chassis, which includes the following installed components: • One uplink module: • M4PC uplink module • M6PQ uplink module • M6PQ-E uplink module •... -
Page 4: Installing The Chassis In A Two-Post Rack
Installing the Chassis Installing the Chassis in a Two-Post Rack • Enter the power supply side and exhaust out the port side (port-side exhaust airflow) For port-side intake airflow, the switch must have port-side intake fan and AC power supply modules with one or more of the following colorings: •... - Page 5 Installing the Chassis Attaching Center-Mount Brackets to the Chassis Warning Statement 1006 Chassis Warning for Rack-Mounting and Servicing To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety: •...
- Page 6 Installing the Chassis Installing the Chassis in a Two-Post Rack What to do next You are ready to mount the chassis to the two-post rack. Installing the Chassis in a Two-Post Rack You need to position the chassis near the top of the rack with the power supply and fan modules in the appropriate aisle for their required airflow.
- Page 7 Installing the Chassis Installing the Chassis in a Two-Post Rack Warning Statement 1006 Chassis Warning for Rack-Mounting and Servicing To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety: •...
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Page 8: Installing The Chassis In A Four-Post Rack
Installing the Chassis Installing the Chassis in a Four-Post Rack Installing the Chassis in a Four-Post Rack Before you install the chassis, be sure that the rack is fully secured to the data center floor. Installing the Switch using the N9K-C9300-RMK Rack-mount Kit Attaching the Bottom-Support Rails to the Rack The switch chassis that you are installing ships with two adjustable bottom-support rails that you can attach to a four-post rack to hold the chassis. - Page 9 Installing the Chassis Attaching the Bottom-Support Rails to the Rack Warning Statement 1006 Chassis Warning for Rack-Mounting and Servicing To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety: •...
- Page 10 Installing the Chassis Attaching Front-Mount Brackets to the Chassis Figure 1: Positioning an Expanding Bottom-Support Rail Set 2 screws holding one end of 2 screws holding the front the bottom-support bracket end of the bottom-support to the rear of the rack bracket to the front side of the rack Chassis stop on the...
- Page 11 Installing the Chassis Installing the Chassis in a Four-Post Rack Before you begin • You must have the following tools and equipment: • Manual Phillips-head torque screwdriver • Front-mount brackets (2) and screws (4) (found inside the switch accessory kit) Step 1 Align the two holes in one side of one of two front-mount brackets to two holes on the left or right side of the chassis (see the following figure).
- Page 12 Installing the Chassis Installing the Chassis in a Four-Post Rack Warning Statement 1032 Lifting the Chassis To prevent personal injury or damage to the chassis, never attempt to lift or tilt the chassis using the handles on modules (such as power supplies, fans, or cards); these types of handles are not designed to support the weight of the unit.
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Page 13: Grounding The Chassis
Installing the Chassis Grounding the Chassis Slide the power-supply end of the chassis onto the Receiving hole on each side of the chassis for the bottom-support rails so that the chassis locks onto the chassis stops on the bottom-support rails. chassis stops at the end of the rails. - Page 14 Installing the Chassis Grounding the Chassis Warning Statement 1024 Ground Conductor This equipment must be grounded. To reduce the risk of electric shock, never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available.
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Page 15: Powering Up The Switch
Installing the Chassis Powering Up the Switch Step 4 Prepare the other end of the grounding wire and connect it to the facility ground. Powering Up the Switch To power up the switch, you must connect the power supplies to one or two power sources. The number of power sources used depends on the type of power redundancy that you require as follows: •... - Page 16 Installing the Chassis Powering Up the Switch 3. Strip 0.6 inches (15 mm) of insulation off the DC wires that you are using. 4. Orient the connector as shown in the following figure with the orange plastic button on top. Figure 2: Wiring a 930W -48VDC Power Supply Connector Block Wire retainer lever -48V (-DC) cable...
- Page 17 Installing the Chassis Powering Up the Switch 3. If there is a safety cover for the terminals, place it over the terminals to prevent people from accidentally touching the terminals when the power is on. 4. Turn the power on at the circuit breaker. 3.
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