Preface; Before You Begin - Nortel Passport 8000 Series Installing And Maintaining

Preface

The Nortel Networks* Passport 8000 Series chassis provides the physical
framework for the Passport 8000 Series switch modules. When switch modules
are installed in the chassis, the resulting network switch provides a range of data
speeds and high-performance switching and routing features.
This guide provides instructions on how to install the Passport 8000 Series chassis
in an equipment rack and how to install and replace fan trays, power supplies,
modules, gigabit interface converters, and media-dependent adapters. This guide
also describes some of the routine tasks of operating the Passport 8000 Series
switch and includes technical specifications for the chassis and modules.

Before you begin

This guide is intended for qualified service personnel who are installing a Passport
8000 Series switch in a Passport 8000 Series chassis for the first time or who need
to install or replace any Passport 8000 Series customer-replaceable unit (CRU) in
the chassis.
Before installing the Passport 8000 Series chassis, ensure that all network wiring
has been installed on the premises using standard cable-system practices.
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