Installation Options With Rack-Mount Kits, Racks, And Cabinets; Airflow Considerations - Cisco Nexus 9332C Hardware Installation Manual

Installation Options with Rack-Mount Kits, Racks, and Cabinets

Warning
Statement 1017 Restricted Area
This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area can be accessed by
skilled, instructed or qualified personnel.
Warning Statement 1030 Equipment Installation
Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.

Installation Options with Rack-Mount Kits, Racks, and Cabinets

The rack-mount kit enables you to install the switch into racks of varying depths. You can position the switch
with easy access to either the port connections or the fan and power supply modules.
You can install the switch using the following rack-mount options:
• Rack-mount kit (NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU) which you can order from Cisco. This option offers you easy
• Rack-mount kit (N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT) which you can order from Cisco.
You can install the switch in the following types of racks:
• Open EIA rack
• Perforated EIA cabinet
The rack or cabinet that you use must meet the requirements listed the in
and Racks, on page 45
Note
You are responsible for verifying that your rack and rack-mount hardware comply with the guidelines that
are described in this doc.

Airflow Considerations

The switch comes with fan and power supply modules that have either port-side intake or port-side exhaust
airflow for cooling the switch. If you are positioning the port end of the switch in a cold aisle, make sure that
the switch has port-side intake fan modules with burgundy coloring. If you are positioning the fan and power
supply modules in a cold aisle, make sure that the switch has port-side exhaust fan modules with blue colorings.
All fan modules must have the same direction of airflow.
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installation, greater stability, increased weight capacity, added accessibility, and improved removability
with front and rear removal.
section.
Installing the Switch Chassis
General Requirements for Cabinets