Pre-Installation; Installation Options - Cisco MDS 9396S Installing

Preinstallation
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Preinstallation
This section includes the following information:

Installation Options

The Cisco MDS 9396S Switch can be installed using the following methods:
• In an open EIA rack, using:
• In a perforated or solid-walled EIA cabinet, using:
For instructions on installing the switch using the optional, separately purchased Telco and EIA Shelf Bracket
Kit, see the
Note The Telco and EIA Shelf Bracket Kit is optional and is not provided with the switch. To order the kit, contact
your switch provider.
Installation Guidelines
Follow these guidelines when installing the Cisco MDS 9396S Switch:
• Plan your site configuration and prepare the site before installing the switch. The recommended site
• Ensure there is adequate space around the switch to allow for servicing the switch and for adequate
• Ensure the air-conditioning meets the heat dissipation requirements listed the
• Ensure the cabinet or rack meets the requirements listed in the
Installing the Cisco MDS 9396S Switch
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Removing and Installing Components, on page 11
• The rack-mount kit shipped with the switch
• The Telco and EIA Shelf Bracket Kit (an optional kit, purchased separately) in addition to the
rack-mount kit shipped with the switch
• The rack-mount kit shipped with the switch
• The Telco and EIA Shelf Bracket Kit (an optional kit, purchased separately) in addition to the
rack-mount kit shipped with the switch
Cisco MDS 9000 Family Telco and EIA Shelf Bracket
planning tasks are listed in the
airflow (airflow requirements are listed the
section.
Site Planning and Maintenance Records
Technical Specifications
Installing the Cisco MDS 9396S Switch
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Technical Specifications
Cabinet and Rack Installation section.