Starting Up The Switch - Cisco MDS 9216 Hardware Installation Manual

Starting Up the Switch

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Starting Up the Switch
This section provides instructions for powering up the switch and verifying component installation.
Hazardous voltage or energy is present on the backplane when the system is operating. Use caution
Warning
when servicing. Statement 1034
Warning Blank faceplates and cover panels serve three important functions: they prevent exposure to
hazardous voltages and currents inside the chassis; they contain electromagnetic interference (EMI)
that might disrupt other equipment; and they direct the flow of cooling air through the chassis. Do not
operate the system unless all cards, faceplates, front covers, and rear covers are in place. Statement
1029
During this procedure, wear grounding wrist straps to avoid ESD damage to the switch.
Caution
Do not connect the MGMT 10/100 Ethernet port to the LAN until the initial switch configuration has
Note
been performed. For instructions on configuring the switch, refer to
http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/sn5000/mds9000/index.htm
9000 Family configuration guides. For instructions on connecting to the console port, see the
"Connecting to the Console Port" section on page
To power up the switch and verify hardware operation, follow these steps:
Verify that empty module slots have filler panels installed, the faceplates of all modules are flush with
Step 1
the front of the chassis, the ejector levers are fully closed and approximately parallel to the front of the
module, and the captive screws of the power supplies, fan module, and all supervisor, switching, or
services modules are tight.
Verify that both power supplies and the fan module are installed.
Step 2
Verify that the power switches on both power supplies are off, and then plug the power cables into the
Step 3
power supplies and tighten the screws on the power cable retainers to ensure the cables cannot be pulled
out.
Note
Connect the other end of the power cables to an AC power source.
Step 4
Ensure that the switch is adequately grounded as described in the
Step 5
Insufficient Front Clearance" section on page
that have the required AC power voltages (see the
Step 6 Flip the power switches on the power supplies to the on (|) position. The switch boots automatically.
Listen for the fans; they should begin operating when the switch is powered on.
Step 7
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Depending on the outlet receptacle on your power distribution unit, you may need the optional
jumper power cord to connect the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch to your outlet receptacle. See the
"Jumper Power Cord" section on page
Chapter 2 Installing the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch
3-2.
C-8.
"Installing the Switch in a Cabinet with
2-11, and that the power cables are connected to outlets
"Weight of Modules" section on page
for the latest Cisco MDS
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