Cisco MDS 9100 Series Installation Manual page 47

Chapter 2 Installing the Cisco MDS 9100 Series
Insert the switch into the rack:
Step 2
Using both hands, position the switch with the back of the switch between the rear rack-mounting
a.
rails as shown in
Figure 2-14
Align the two C brackets on either side of the switch with the slider rails installed in the rack. Slide
b.
the C brackets onto the slider rails and then gently slide the switch all the way into the rack. If the
switch does not slide easily, try realigning the C brackets on the slider rails.
Connect the power cord that you previously routed through the open cutout of the slider rail to the
Step 3
switch, as shown in
the rail opening.
Note
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Figure 2-14.
Sliding the Cisco MDS 9134 Switch or the Cisco MDS 9124 Switch (Rear-Facing) on
the Notched Slider Rails
Front cabinet
mounting
rails
Figure 2-15. Limit the length of the power cord between the back of the chassis and
If you failed to route the power cord through the open cutout of the slider rail as directed in Step
1, remove the switch and rails and remount the rails using the correct method. Do not connect
the power cord by routing it over the top of the slider rail, as shown in
installation is hazardous.
Installing the Switch in a Cabinet with Insufficient Front Clearance
Rear cabinet
mounting
rails
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Figure 2-16. This type of
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