Installation Guidelines - Cisco AJ732A - MDS 9134 Fabric Switch Installation Manual

Chapter 2 Installing the Cisco MDS 9500 Series
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For instructions on installing the switch using the rack-mount kit shipped with the switch, see
the"Installing the Chassis in a Cabinet or Rack" section on page
For instructions on installing the switch using the optional telco and EIA Shelf Bracket Kit (purchased
separately), 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.
The telco and EIA Shelf Bracket Kit is not intended for use with a Cisco MDS 9513 Director or Cisco
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MDS 9509 Director in a two-post telco rack.

Installation Guidelines

Follow these guidelines when installing the Cisco MDS 9500 Series:
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Note Jumper power cords are available for use in a cabinet. For more information, see the
Cord" section on page
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The telco and EIA Shelf Bracket Kit (optional and purchased separately) in addition to the
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rack-mount kit shipped with the switch
In a two-post telco rack, using:
The rack-mount kit shipped with the switch
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The telco and EIA Shelf Bracket Kit (optional and purchased separately) in addition to the front
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brackets shipped with the switch
"Cisco MDS 9000 Family Telco and EIA Shelf Bracket" section on page
Plan your site configuration and prepare the site before installing the chassis. Cisco recommends
that you use the site planning tasks listed in
Ensure that there is adequate space around the switch to allow for servicing the switch and for
adequate airflow (airflow requirements are listed in
Ensure that the air-conditioning meets the heat dissipation requirements listed in
"Technical Specifications."
Ensure that the cabinet or rack meets the requirements listed in
Requirements."
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Ensure that the chassis is adequately grounded. Grounding the chassis is recommended in all cases,
and is mandatory for Cisco MDS 9506 Directors that have a DC power supply installed. If the switch
is not mounted in a grounded rack or cabinet, Cisco recommends connecting the system ground on
the chassis and the power supply ground to an earth ground, regardless of whether the power
supplies are AC or DC.
Ensure that the site power meets the power requirements listed in
Specifications." You can use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect against power
failures.
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Appendix F, "Site Planning and Maintenance Records."
Appendix D, "Technical
Appendix C, "Cabinet and Rack
Appendix D, "Technical
Cisco MDS 9500 Series Hardware Installation Guide
Preinstallation
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Specifications").
Appendix D,
"Jumper Power
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