Installing A Switch; Shipping Box Contents - Cisco Catalyst 9300X Hardware Installation Manual

Installing a Switch

For initial switch setup, assigning the switch IP address, and powering on information, see the switch getting
started guide on Cisco.com.
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Shipping Box Contents

The shipping box contains the model of the switch you ordered and other components needed for installation.
Some components are optional, depending on your order.
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Shipping Box Contents, on page 45
Tools and Equipment, on page 47
Verifying Switch Operation, on page 47
Planning a Switch Data Stack, on page 47
Data Stack Cabling Configurations, on page 48
Planning a StackPower Stack, on page 51
StackPower Cabling Configurations, on page 52
Installing the Switch, on page 54
Connecting the StackWise Cables, on page 60
Connecting to the StackPower Ports, on page 64
Installing a Network Module in the Switch, on page 64
Installing and Removing Cisco Pluggable Transceiver Modules, on page 64
Connecting Devices to the Ethernet Ports, on page 64
Verify that you have received these items. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Cisco representative
or reseller for instructions.
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