Chapter 3
Installing the Switch
What is Next
After installing the chassis in its location, complete the installation process by performing these
procedures:
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Optional Installation Kits
The Catalyst 6509-NEB accessory kit has an optional stabilizer bracket installation kit included. This kit
contains the parts necessary to install two brackets on the bottom of the chassis to provide additional
stability for the chassis when the chassis is not rack mounted allowing the chassis to placed on a shelf
or a table. To install the stabilizer brackets, go to
page
OL-5781-08
Connecting the chassis to system ground. See
page
3-52.
Installing and connecting the power supplies to source power. Go to Chapter 4 for information on
how to install and cable power supplies.
Connecting the network interface cables to the supervisor engine and modules. This may involve
installing transceivers before you attach the network interface cables. See
Cables" section on page
3-61.
Powering-up the chassis and verifying the installation. See
section on page
3-84.
3-50.
Installing a Catalyst 6509-NEB or Catalyst 6509-NEB-A Switch Chassis
"Establishing the System Ground" section on
"Verifying Switch Chassis Installation"
"Installing the Stabilizer Bracket Kit" section on
Catalyst 6500 Series Switches Installation Guide
"Attaching the Interface
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