Installation Options - Cisco MDS 9396T Installing

Installing the Cisco MDS 9396T Switch
Note If you purchased Cisco support through a Cisco reseller, contact the reseller directly. If you purchased support
directly from Cisco, contact Cisco Technical Support at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/web/tsd-cisco-worldwide-contacts.html
Note
The switch is thoroughly inspected before shipment. If any damage occurred during transportation or any
items are missing, contact your customer representative immediately.
To inspect the shipment, follow these steps:
1. Compare the shipment to the equipment list provided by your customer service representative and verify
that you have received all items, including the following:
2. Check for damage and report any discrepancies or damage to your customer service representative. Have
the following information ready:
3. Check if all the power supplies and the fan trays have the expected direction of airflow. Port-side-intake
airflow modules have a burgundy coloring, and port-side exhaust airflow modules have blue coloring.
The airflow direction must be the same for all modules.

Installation Options

The Cisco MDS 9396T Switch can be installed using the following methods:
• In an open EIA rack.
• In a perforated or solid-walled EIA cabinet.
The rack-mount kit enables you to install the switch into racks of varying depths. You can use the rack-mount
• Grounding lug kit
• Rack-mount kit
• Preinstalled LEMs (3 units) with LEM screws tightened
• ESD wrist strap
• Cables and connectors
• Any optional items ordered
• Invoice number of shipper (see packing slip)
• Model and serial number of the damaged unit
• Description of damage
• Effect of damage on the installation
Installation Options
Installing the Cisco MDS 9396T Switch
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