Preparing To Install The Chassis - Cisco Nexus 3600 Hardware Installation Manual

Installing the Chassis
• Rack-mount kit (NCS-1RU-ACC-KIT) which you can order from Cisco.
• 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
for Cabinets and Racks, on page 43
Note

Preparing to Install the Chassis

Before you can install the switch, you must verify the following:
• The installation site meets the following requirements as stated in Chapter 2:
Note
Caution
You are responsible for verifying that your rack and rack-mount hardware comply with the guidelines that
are described in this doc.
• Environmental requirements for temperature, humidity, altitude, and air particulates.
• Cabinet or rack is installed and meets the requirements for the switch.
Jumper power cords are available for use in a cabinet.
• The rack is positioned so that you can install the switch with its cold air intakes positioned in a cold
aisle.
If the fan and power supply modules are burgundy or red colored, you must install the chassis with
its port side in a cold aisle. If the modules are blue colored, you must be able install the chassis with
the fan modules in a cold aisle.
• Earth ground connection is close to the switch. You must be able to easily connect the switch directly
to an earth ground or indirectly through a grounded rack.
High leakage current. Earth connection essential before connecting to power
supply.
• Site power meets the switch requirements. If you are using n+n redundancy, you must have two
power sources within reach of the switch when it is installed in the cabinet or rack.
If available, you can use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect against power failures.
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Cisco Nexus 3600 Hardware Installation Guide
Preparing to Install the Chassis
General Requirements and Guidelines
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