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Cisco MDS 9000 Series Telco and EIA Shelf Bracket
the chassis with the fan and power supply modules. For instructions on how to install the rack-mount kit, see
the
Installing the Switch
Cisco MDS 9000 Series Telco and EIA Shelf Bracket
The optional Telco and EIA Shelf Bracket Kit (part number DS-SHELF=) can temporarily or permanently
support the Cisco MDS 9132T switch during installation. After the front rack-mount brackets are securely
attached to the rack-mounting rails, the shelf bracket can be removed.
The Telco and EIA Shelf Bracket kit supports the following configurations:
• A Cisco MDS 9132T Switch in a two-post Telco rack
• A Cisco MDS 9132T Switch in a four-post EIA rack
Note
Telco and EIA Shelf Bracket optional kit is not provided with the switch; to order the kit, contact your switch
supplier.
This section describes the procedure for installing a Cisco MDS 9132T switch in a rack or cabinet using the
optional Telco and EIA Shelf Bracket Kit.
Shelf-Installation Guidelines
Caution
• If the rack is on wheels, ensure that the brakes are engaged or the rack is otherwise stabilized.
• If you are installing this kit in an EIA rack, attach the shelf to all four rack-mounting posts; the EIA posts
Before Installing the Shelf Brackets
Before installing the shelf brackets, inspect the contents of your kit. The following table lists the contents of
the shelf bracket kit:
Quantity
2
2
1
2
16
16
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section.
may not be thick enough to prevent flexing of shelf brackets if only two posts are used.
Installing a Cisco MDS 9132T Switch
Part Description
Slider brackets
Shelf brackets
Crossbar
10-32 x 3/8-in. Phillips pan-head screws
12-24 x 3/4-in. Phillips screws
10-24 x 3/4-in. Phillips screws
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