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Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation
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First Published: 2019-09-16
Last Modified: 2024-10-21
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  • Page 1 Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide First Published: 2019-09-16 Last Modified: 2024-10-21 Americas Headquarters Cisco Systems, Inc. 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134-1706 http://www.cisco.com Tel: 408 526-4000 800 553-NETS (6387) Fax: 408 527-0883...
  • Page 2 Any products and features described herein as in development or available at a future date remain in varying stages of development and will be offered on a when-and if-available basis. Any such product or feature roadmaps are subject to change at the sole discretion of Cisco and Cisco will have no liability for delay in the delivery or failure to deliver any products or feature roadmap items that may be set forth in this document.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Airflow Requirements Rack and Cabinet Requirements Clearance Requirements C H A P T E R 3 Installing the Chassis Installation Options with Rack-Mount Kits Install a Rack Unpacking and Inspecting a New Switch Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 4 Replacing a Power Supply Module Removing an AC Power Supply Removing an HVAC/HVDC Power Supply Removing a DC Power Supply Installing an AC Power Supply Installing an HVAC/HVDC Power Supply Installing a DC Power Supply Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 5 A P P E N D I X C LEDs Switch Chassis LEDs Fan Module LEDs Power Supply LEDs A P P E N D I X D Additional Kits Rack Mount Kit NXK-ACC-RMK-2RU Rack Mount Kit N9K-C9300-RMK Vent Bracket Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 6 Contents Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 7: Preface

    Braces and a vertical bar within square brackets indicate a required choice within an optional element. Indicates a variable for which you supply values, in context where italics variable cannot be used. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 8: Documentation Feedback

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  • Page 9: Overview

    • Overview, on page 1 Overview The Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 switch (N9K-C93216TC-FX2) is a 2-rack unit (RU), fixed-port switch designed for spine-leaf-APIC deployment in data centers. This switch has the following ports: • 96 100M/1G/10G RJ45 ports • 12 40/100-Gigabit QSFP28 ports •...
  • Page 10 With higher temperatures or other optics, the switch requires both power supplies for operations without power redundancy. Note Both power supplies should be the same type. Do not mix AC, DC, or HVAC/HVDC power supplies. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 11 Management port (1—SFP optical Grounding pad port) USB port (1) Power supply modules (1 or 2) (AC power supplies shown) with slots numbered 1 (top) and 2 (bottom) Management port (1—RJ-45 copper port) Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 12 If you have only one power supply installed, you can install the replacement power supply in the open slot before removing the original power supply. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 13 If the switch has port-side exhaust airflow (blue coloring for fan modules), you must locate the ports in the hot aisle. If you locate the air intake in a hot aisle, the switch can overheat and shut down. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 14 Overview Overview Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 15: Preparing The Site

    Exhaust fans cool power supplies. System fans cool switches by drawing in air and exhausting air out through various openings in the chassis. Fans also introduce dust and other particles, causing contaminant buildup in Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 16: Minimizing Electromagnetic And Radio Frequency Interference

    Consult experts in electrical surge suppression and shielding if you have had similar problems in the past. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 17: Shock And Vibration Requirements

    The power supplies are rated to output up to 1200 W (AC and HVAC/HVDC power supplies) to the switch, but the switch requires less than that amount of power from the power supply. To operate the switch, you Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 18: Airflow Requirements

    • Port-side exhaust airflow—Cool air enters the chassis through the fan and power supply modules in the cold aisle and exhausts through the port end of the chassis in the hot aisle. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 19: Rack And Cabinet Requirements

    • Solid-walled cabinets with a roof fan tray (bottom-to-top cooling) • Standard open four-post Telco racks Work with your cabinet vendors to determine which of their cabinets meet these requirements or see the Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) for recommendations: •...
  • Page 20 19.0 in (43.3 cm) Note Both the front and rear of the chassis must be open to both aisles for airflow. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 21: Installing The Chassis

    Install the switch using these rack-mount options: • Rack-mount kit (NXK-ACC-RMK-2RU) which you can order from Cisco. This option offers you easy installation, greater stability, increased weight capacity, added accessibility, and improved removability with front and rear removal.

  • Page 22: Unpacking And Inspecting A New Switch

    Procedure Step 1 Compare the shipment to the equipment list that is provided by your customer service representative. Verify that you have received all of the ordered items. The shipment should include: Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 23: Planning How To Position The Chassis In The Rack

    Installing the Chassis in a Two-Post Rack Before you install the chassis, be sure that the rack is fully secured to the data center floor. You must attach mounting brackets to the chassis before mounting the chassis. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 24: Attaching Center-Mount Brackets To The Chassis

    Be sure to align four of the screw holes on the larger side of the bracket with the four screw holes near the center of the left or right side of the chassis. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 25: Installing The Chassis In A Two-Post Rack

    • Make sure that you have six customer-supplied rack-mount screws (typically M6 x 10 mm or the appropriate screw for the vertical mounting rails on the rack). • You have at least two people to install the chassis. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 26 If the modules have a burgundy coloring for port-side intake airflow, you must position the modules by the hot aisle. Three customer-supplied screws (typically M6 x 10 mm screws or the appropriate screws for the rack) to hold each side of the chassis to the two-post rack. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 27: Installing The Chassis In A Four-Post Rack

    • If the switch has port-side exhaust modules (fan modules with blue coloring), position the front-mount brackets so that the switch fan and power supply modules will be in the cold aisle. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 28 12-24 screws or 10-32 screws, depending on the rack thread type (see the following figure). Tighten 12-24 screws to 30 in-lb (3.39 N·m) of torque and tighten 10-32 screws to 20 in-lb (2.26 N·m) of torque. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 29 Align the retainer brackets to the front of the chassis, being careful not to damage anything on the front of the chassis (see the following figure). b) Repeat Step 5 to attach the other retainer bracket on other side of the chassis. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 30 (see the following figure). b) Attach the screws to secure the retainer clip (see the following figure). c) Repeat Step 6 to attach the other retainer clip on the other side of the chassis. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 31: Installing The Switch Using The N9K-C9300-Rmk Rack-Mount Kit

    • Port-side exhaust (blue coloring for fan modules) airflow requires that the bottom-support rail with the chassis stop be located on the cold aisle side of the rack. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 32 Separate the two sliders that make up one bottom-support rail and position the half with the chassis stop by the appropriate aisle for the fan and power supply modules. Leave at least 1 rack unit open above the bottom-support rails so that you can easily install the chassis. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 33 If they are not level, adjust the higher rail down to the level of the lower rail. What to do next You are ready to install two front-mount brackets on the chassis. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 34: Attaching Front-Mount Brackets To The Chassis

    Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to attach the second center-mount bracket to the other side of the chassis. What to do next You are ready to mount the chassis to the four-post rack. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 35: Installing The Chassis In A Four-Post Rack

    • When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to the top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack. • If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before mounting or servicing the unit in the rack. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 36 Customer-supplied rack-mount screw (M6 x 10 mm the aisle required for the fan and power supply screw or other screw appropriate for the rack) used to modules). secure each side of the chassis to the rack. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 37: Installing The Airflow Vent Nxa-Acc-Bav3

    Holding the vent bracket level, insert screws (12-24 or 10-32, depending on the rack type) in each of the front rack-mount flanges (using a total of two screws) and into the cage nuts or threaded holes in the vertical rack-mounting rails (see item 2 in the following figure). Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 38: Grounding The Chassis

    Warning Statement 1046 Installing or Replacing the Unit To reduce risk of electric shock, when installing or replacing the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected last. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 39: Starting The Switch

    Note This equipment is designed to boot up in less than 30 minutes, dependent on its neighboring devices being fully up and running. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 40 6. If there is a safety cover for the power source terminals, place and secure it over the terminals to avoid an electrical shock hazard. 7. Turn on the power at the power source circuit breaker. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 41 A setup utility automatically launches the first time that you access the switch and guides you through the basic configuration. For instructions on how to configure the switch and check module connectivity, see the appropriate Cisco Nexus 9000 Series configuration guide.
  • Page 42 Installing the Chassis Starting the Switch Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 43: Connecting The Switch To The Aci Fabric

    As shown in the following figure, each APIC is connected to one or two leaf switches and each leaf switch should be connected to every spine switch in the same fabric. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 44: Preparing To Connect To Other Devices

    Cisco equipment. In situations where long parallel cable runs cannot be separated by at least 3.3 feet (1 meter), we recommend that you shield any potential noise sources by housing them in a grounded metallic conduit.

  • Page 45: Connecting Leaf Switches To Apics

    Connecting Leaf Switches to APICs You must downlink one or two (recommended for redundancy) Cisco Nexus 9300 platform ACI-mode leaf switches to each Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC) in your ACI fabric. The type of virtual interface card (VIC) installed on the APIC determines the types of interface cables that you can use to connect the leaf switches to the APICs.
  • Page 46 Connect the other end of the interface cable to a downlink port on a leaf switch. • For a Cisco 10GBASE-LR or -SR transceiver and cable, insert the transceiver into a downlink optical port on a leaf switch before connecting the cable to the transceiver.

  • Page 47: Connecting Leaf Switches To Spine Switches

    Connecting the Switch to the ACI Fabric Connecting Leaf Switches to Spine Switches • For Cisco SFP+ Active Optical Cables, insert the transceiver on the cable into a downlink optical port on a leaf switch. • For a 10GBASE-T copper cable, insert the RJ-45 connector on the cable into a downlink BASE-T port on a leaf switch.

  • Page 48: Installing A Gigabit Ethernet Module (Gem)

    Replacing an Existing Switch in the ACI Fabric To replace an existing switch in the ACI fabric, see "Upgrading the Switch Hardware" in the Cisco APIC Installation and ACI Upgrade and Downgrade Guide. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 49: Setting Up An Optional Console Interface

    DB-9 connector on the other end of the cable to the serial port on the console device. What to do next You can now perform the initial configuration for the switch (see the Cisco ACI Getting Started Guide). Setting Up an Optional Management Connection You can optionally set up an out-of-band management connection for monitoring and troubleshooting purposes.

  • Page 50: Maintaining Transceivers And Optical Cables

    • Inspect routinely for dust and damage. If you suspect damage, clean and then inspect fiber ends under a microscope to determine if damage has occurred. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 51: Replacing Components

    Follow these steps to replace the missing fan module within two minutes to avoid a shutdown. a) Remove the replacement fan module from its packing materials and place it on an antistatic surface. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 52: Replacing A Power Supply Module

    If the STS LED does not turn on, slide the module out of the chassis, and visually check the electrical connectors on the back side of the chassis for damage. If damaged, contact Cisco Technical Assistance for help. If undamaged, repeat the previous step to reinstall the module.

  • Page 53: Removing An Hvac/Hvdc Power Supply

    You can remove one power supply while the other one provides power to the switch. To disconnect the power supply from its power cables, shut off the power from the power source and disconnect the connector for the power cables. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 54: Installing An Ac Power Supply

    Align the back end of the power supply (the end with the electrical connections) to the open power supply slot. Carefully slide the power supply all the way into the slot until it clicks into place. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 55: Installing An Hvac/Hvdc Power Supply

    If the power supply does not fit into the open slot, turn the module over. Slide it into the open slot. Note Step 2 Test the installation by trying to pull the power supply out of the slot without using the release latch. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 56: Installing A Dc Power Supply

    If the DC power cables and a grounding cable are already connected to an electrical connector block, insert the block into the power receptacle on the power supply. Step 3 Turn on the circuit breaker for the DC power source connected to the power supply. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 57 Replacing Components Installing a DC Power Supply Step 4 Verify that the power supply is operational by making sure that the power supply LED is green. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 58 Replacing Components Installing a DC Power Supply Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 59: Rack Specifications

    • Standard 19-inch (48.3 cm) (two- or four-post EIA cabinet or rack, with mounting rails that conform to English universal hole spacing per section 1 of ANSI/EIA-310-D-1992). For more information, see Requirements Specific to Perforated Cabinets, on page Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 60: Requirements Specific To Standard Open Racks

    • The roof should be perforated with at least a 20 percent open area. • The cabinet floor should be open or perforated to enhance cooling. The Cisco R Series rack conforms to these requirements. Cable Management Guidelines To help with cable management, allow additional space in the rack above and below the chassis to make it easier to route all of the fiber optic or copper cables through the rack.

  • Page 61: System Specifications

    Altitude Operating 0 to 13,123 feet (0 to 4,000 meters) Switch Dimensions Switch Width Depth Height Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 17.4 inches (44.2 cm) 23.6 inches (59.9 cm) 3.38 inches (8.59 cm) (2 Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 62: Switch And Module Weights And Quantities

    To determine the power consumption characteristics for the switch, use the typical and maximum requirements that are listed here. Switch Typical Power Maximum Power Heat Dissipation Consumption (AC or DC) Consumption (AC or Requirement Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 580 W 965 W 3292.717 BTUs per hour Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 63: Power Specifications

    AC input frequency Nominal: 50 to 60 Hz (Range: 47-63 Hz) Maximum AC input current 10 A at 100 Vac Maximum inrush current 35 A (cold turn on); 70 A (hot turn on) Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 64: 930-W Dc Power Supply Specifications

    Power supply standby voltage 12 Vdc Efficiency rating Greater than 92% at 50% load Form factor RSP1 Power Cable Specifications These sections show the power cables that you can order and use with this switch. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 65: Power Cable Specifications For Ac Power Supplies

    250 VAC, 10 A, MP232 plug, 8.2 feet (2.5 m) United Kingdom CAB-9K10A-UK 250 VAC, 10 A, BS1363 plug (13 A fuse), 8.2 (2.5 All except Argentina, Brazil, NO-POWER-CORD No power cord included with switch and Japan Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 66: Hvac/Hvdc Power Cables Supported By Aci-Mode And Nx-Os Mode Switches

    Safety • CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 Second Edition • CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 62368-1-19 Third Edition • ANZI/UL 60950-1 Second edition • IEC 62368-1 • EN 62368-1 • AS/NZS 62368-1 • GB4943 • UL 62368-1 Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 67 • CNS13438 Class A EMC: Immunity • EN55024 • CISPR24 • EN300386 • KN 61000-4 series RoHS The product is RoH-6 compliant with exceptions for leaded-ball grid-array (BGA) balls and lead press-fit connectors. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 68 System Specifications System Specifications Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 69: Leds

    Amber Port admin state is 'Disabled, or the SFP is absent, or both. Port admin state is 'Enabled' and SFP is present, but interface is not connected. Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 70: Fan Module Leds

    • Power supply is installed in the chassis but was disconnected from the power source. Flashing amber Power supply is installed without a connection to a power source. (10 seconds) then amber Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 71 LEDs LEDs OK LED FAIL or FAIL/ID Status Amber Power supply failure—possibly one of these conditions: • Over voltage • Over current • Over temperature • Power supply fan failure Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 72 LEDs LEDs Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 73: Additional Kits

    Not applicable Hazardous substances list for customers in China The following table lists and illustrates the console cable (CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45) that can be ordered. Illustration Description Quantity Console cable with DB-9F and RJ-45F connectors Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 74: Rack Mount Kit N9K-C9300-Rmk

    • Front-mount brackets (2) Vent Bracket The following table lists and illustrates the vent bracket (NXA-ACC-BAV3). Note You require the vent bracket (NXA-ACC-BAV3) for NEBS (Network Equipment-Building System) compliance only. Illustration Description Quantity Vent bracket Cisco Nexus 93216TC-FX2 ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

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