Chapter 3
Installing the Cisco Nexus 5500 Platform or 5000 Series Switch
To prevent ESD damage, wear grounding wrist straps during these procedures and handle modules by
Caution
the carrier edges only.
Removing and Installing Expansion Modules
To prevent ESD damage, wear grounding wrist straps during these procedures and handle expansion
Caution
modules by the carrier edges only.
Install the switch in the rack before installing expansion modules. For information about installing the
chassis, see the
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Installing an Expansion Module in the Cisco Nexus 5548 Switch
To install an expansion module in the Cisco Nexus5548P switch chassis, follow these steps:
Grasp the handle of the module and place your other hand under the module to support it.
Step 1
Gently slide the module into the opening until you cannot push it any further.
Step 2
Tighten the captive screw on the front of the module.
Step 3
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"Installing the Cisco Nexus 5548 Chassis in a Cabinet or Rack" section on page 3-5
Installing the Cisco Nexus 5020 Chassis in a Cabinet or Rack, page
Installing an Expansion Module in the Cisco Nexus 5548 Switch, page 3-23
Removing an Expansion Module, page 3-26
shows the positioning of an expansion module in the Cisco Nexus5548P switch chassis.
Removing and Installing Components
Cisco Nexus 5000 Series Hardware Installation Guide
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