Cisco MGX MGX 8800 Hardware Installation Manual page 483

Chapter 5 Installing the Cisco MGX Switch or Gateway
Installation Checklist
When you install a MGX 8830 system, be sure that you follow the installation procedures in the proper
sequence.
Detailed installation instructions are located in the sections following
The MGX 8830 switch is shipped in one of two hardware configurations:
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Using a lift to install a fully loaded MGX 8830 switch in a rack greatly simplifies the installation process,
Note
because the modules do not need to be removed from the chassis.
Before proceeding with the installation, verify that all of the ordered parts are present and in good
condition. Store a record of the parts and serial numbers. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact
your sales representative.
Proper ESD protection is required whenever you handle Cisco equipment. Installation and maintenance
Caution
personnel should be properly grounded through the use of grounding straps to eliminate the risk of ESD
damage to the equipment. Modules are subject to ESD damage whenever they are removed from
the chassis.
Table 5-7 Installation Checklist—MGX 8830 System
Rack-Mounted System
Check Steps (Without Lift)
Step 1
Install Stability Plate for Seismic Anchoring
Step 2
Ground the Frame Bonding Ground Connection for a Cisco-Supplied Rack
Step 3
Measure Rack Space
Step 4
Prepare for Rack Installation
Releases 2 - 5.2, Part Number OL-4545-01, Rev. H0, May 2006
Table 5-7 is a checklist of the installation steps in the order in which they should occur.
Open rack—Modules and cards are shipped preinstalled in a the Cisco MGX 8830 switch and are
tested according to customer specifications before they are shipped. The system is ready for
installation in a customer-supplied open rack. The optional AC power supply tray, air intake plenum,
upper and lower fan trays, and exhaust plenum are packaged separately and will need to be installed
in the rack.
If you are not using a mechanical lift, you will need to remove the modules and cards from the
Cisco MGX 8830 switch to lessen the weight of the chassis prior to installing it in the rack. Follow
the installation procedures in the "Rack-Mounted System (Without Lift)" column of
If you are using a lift to mount the MGX 8830 switch in a rack, you do not need to remove the
modules, cards, and hardware components. Follow the installation procedures in the
"Rack-Mounted System (with Lift)" column of
Cisco cabinet—All components are shipped preinstalled in a Cisco cabinet. Follow the installation
procedures in the "Cisco Cabinet System" column of
Table
Rack-Mounted System (with Lift)
Cisco MGX 8800/8900 Series Hardware Installation Guide
Installing the MGX 8830 or MGX 8830/B Switch
Table 5-7.
5-7.
Table 5-7.
Cisco Cabinet System
Connect the AC Power Supply
Tray to the Cisco MGX 8850
Switch
Connect the Back Cards
Table 5-7.
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