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Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide First Published: 2025-01-23 Last Modified: 2025-04-04 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...
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Dust and Particulate Requirements Minimizing Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference Shock and Vibration Requirements Grounding Requirements Planning for Power Requirements Airflow Requirements Rack and Cabinet Requirements Clearance Requirements Cautions and Regulatory Compliance Statements for NEBS Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Removing a DC Power Supply Installing an AC Power Supply Installing an HVAC/HVDC Power Supply Installing a DC Power Supply Installing and Removing Small-Form Pluggable Modules Install and Remove OSFP/QSFP Transceiver Modules Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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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-KIT-1RU Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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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 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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• Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure Fundamentals Guide • Cisco APIC Getting Started Guide • Cisco ACI Virtualization Guide • Cisco APIC REST API User Guide • Cisco APIC Command Line Interface User Guide Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide viii...
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• Overview , on page 1 Overview The Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R switch (N9K-C9332D-H2R) is a 1-rack unit (RU), fixed-port switch designed for deployment in data centers. The software on this switch has a 12.8T traffic-processing capability. This switch includes these ports: •...
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• 2000-W port-side intake DC power supply with burgundy coloring (NXA-PDC-2KW-PI) • 2000-W port-side intake HVDC power supply with burgundy coloring (NXA-PHV-2KW-PI) Note All fan modules and power supplies must use the same airflow direction. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Power supply modules (1 or 2) (DC Fan modules (6) with slots numbered from 1 (left) to 6 (right) power supplies shown) with slots numbered 1 (left) and 2 (right) The figure shows the side of the chassis. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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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 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Climate-controlled buldings usually maintain an acceptable level of humidity for the switch equipment. If the switch is located in an unusually humid location, use a dehumidifier to maintain the humidity within an acceptable range. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Note To predict and prevent strong EMI, consult experts in radio frequency interference (RFI). Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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The switch includes two power supplies (1-to-1 redundancy with current sharing) in one of these combinations: • Two 2000-W AC power supplies • Two 2000-W HVAC/HVDC power supplies • Two 2000-W DC power supplies Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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• The airflow direction must be the same for all power supply and fan modules in the chassis. Airflow direction is front (ports) to back (fans and power supplies) of the chassis. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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• 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: •...
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Both the front and rear of the chassis must be open to both aisles for airflow. Cautions and Regulatory Compliance Statements for NEBS The regulatory compliance statements and requirements for the Network Equipment Building System (NEBS) certification are listed here. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Connect this equipment to AC mains that are provided with a surge protective device (SPD) at the service equipment that complies with NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code (NEC). Note Statement 7013 Equipment Grounding Systems—Common Bonding Network (CBN) This equipment is suitable for installations using the CBN. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Pluggable optical modules comply with IEC 60825-1 Ed. 3 and 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 with or without exception for conformance with IEC 60825-1 Ed. 3 as described in Laser Notice No. 56, dated May 8, 2019. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Starting the Switch, on page 24 Safety Before you install, operate, or service the switch, see the Regulatory, Compliance, and Safety Information for the Cisco Nexus 3000 and 9000 Series content for important Safety Information. Warning Statement 1071 Warning Definition...
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There are no serviceable parts inside. To avoid risk of electric shock, do not open. Warning Statement 1028 More Than One Power Supply This unit might have more than one power supply connection. To reduce risk of electric shock, remove all connections to de-energize the unit. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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To prevent personal injury or damage to the chassis, never attempt to lift or tilt the chassis using the handles on modules, such as power supplies, fans, or cards. These types of handles are not designed to support the weight of the unit. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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The rack-mount kit enables you to install the switch into racks of varying depths. Position the switch with easy access to either the port connections or the fan and power supply modules. Install the switch using these rack-mount options: Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Installing the Chassis Airflow Considerations • Rack-mount kit (NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU) 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. • Rack-mount kit (N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT) which you can order from Cisco.
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(ESD) strap. To ground the strap, attach it directly to an earth ground or to a grounded rack or grounded chassis (there must be a metal-to-metal connection to the earth ground). Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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• Front rack-mount brackets (2) • Rear rack-mount brackets (2) • Slider rails (2) • M4 x 0.7 x 8-mm Phillips countersink screws (10-12) • The rack is installed and secured to its location. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Be sure to position that bracket the same distance from the front of the switch. Note Depending on the chassis depth, the back rack-mount bracket may not fit. In that case, you do not need the back rack-mount bracket. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Holding the switch with both hands, position the two, rear rack-mount brackets on the switch between the rack or cabinet posts that do not have slider rails attached to them (see the figure). Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Tighten the 10-32 screws to 20 in-lb (2.26 N m) or tighten the 12-24 screws to 30 in-lb (3.39 N m). Step 5 If you attached a grounding wire to the chassis grounding pad, connect the other end of the wire to the facility ground. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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See the figure. Verify that the ground wire is securely attached to the grounding lug by attempting to pull the wire out of the crimped lug (tug test). Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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• You have the designated power cables for the power supplies that you are connecting to the dedicated power sources. Note Depending on the outlet receptacle on your AC power distribution unit, you might need an optional jumper power cord to connect the switch to your outlet receptacle. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Listen for the fans; they should begin operating when the power supply is powered. Step 6 After the switch boots, verify that these LEDs are lit: • On the fan modules, the Status (STA or STS) LED is green. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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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 Guides. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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As shown in the 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 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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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.
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Connecting Leaf Switches to APICs 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 use to connect the leaf switches to the APICs.
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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.
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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.
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If you do not connect it to a modem, make the connection either before powering up the switch or after completing the boot process for the switch. Before you begin The console device must support VT100 terminal emulations and asynchronous transmissions. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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DB-9 connector on the other end of the cable to the serial port on the console device. What to do next Perform the initial configuration for the switch (see the Cisco ACI Getting Started Guide). Setting Up an Optional Management Connection Optionally set up an out-of-band management connection for monitoring and troubleshooting purposes.
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Note When you need to remove a fiber-optic transceiver, first remove the fiber-optic cable from the transceiver before you remove the transceiver from the port. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Removing a Fan Module Caution The fans might still be turning when you remove the fan assembly from the chassis. Keep fingers, screwdrivers, and other objects away from the openings in the fan assembly's housing. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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For the airflow direction used by the switch, see the coloring of the fan modules. Removing an AC Power Supply To remove an AC power supply, disconnect the power cable and remove the module from the chassis. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Grasp the power supply handle while pressing the release latch towards the power supply handle. Step 3 Place your other hand under the power supply to support it while you slide it out of the chassis. Caution Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Verify that the LEDs turn off on the power supply that you are removing. Step 2 Remove the power cable from the power supply by pressing the latch on the Cisco-supplied power cord to allow removal from the power supply.
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• There must be an earth-ground connection to the chassis that you are installing the replacement module. Typically, the chassis is grounded by its metal-to-metal connection to a grounded rack. If you need to ground this chassis by another means, see Grounding the Chassis, on page Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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(+) to the DC PSU’s – terminal and the input power – to the DC PSU’s (+) terminal, the PSU will not be damaged and will operate fine after the input power feeds are correctly wired. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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• Removing and installing an SFP and SFP+ module can shorten its useful life. Do not remove and insert any SFP/SFP+ module more often than is necessary. • To prevent ESD damage, follow your normal board and component handling procedures when connecting cables to the switch and other devices. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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This section provides the installation, cabling, and removal instructions for the Quad Small Form-Factor Pluggable transceiver modules. Refer to the Cisco Transceiver Modules Compatibility Information for additional details on optical transceivers. The figure shows a typical 800-Gigabit QSFP-DD optical transceiver. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Caution To meet the EMI interference requirements, use the metal dust caps when the ports are not in use by optical modules. Before you begin Required Tools and Equipment Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Press firmly on the front of the transceiver module with your thumb to fully seat the transceiver in the module’s transceiver socket (see figure Seating the QSFP Transceiver Module). Figure 4: Seating the QSFP Transceiver Module IMPORTANT: If the latch isn’t fully engaged, you might accidentally disconnect the transceiver module. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Remove the dust plugs from the optical network interface cable MPO connectors and from the transceiver module optical bores. Save the dust plugs for future use. Step 2 Attach the network interface cable MPO connectors immediately to the transceiver module. Figure 5: Cabling a Transceiver Module Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Grasp the pull-tab and gently pull to release the transceiver from the socket. Figure 6: Removing the QSFP Transceiver Module Step 4 Slide the transceiver out of the socket. Step 5 Place the transceiver module into an antistatic bag. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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English universal hole spacing per section 1 of ANSI/EIA-310-D-1992). For more information, see Requirements Specific to Perforated Cabinets, on page The spacing between the posts of the rack must be (EIA-310-D-1992 19-inch rack compatible) wide enough to accommodate the width of the chassis. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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• 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.
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Consumption (AC or DC) Consumption (AC or Requirement Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R 1015 W 1900 W 6,483.069 BTUs per hour Power Specifications Power specifications include the specifications for each type of power supply module. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Efficiency 90% or greater (20 to 100% load) Redundancy Modes RoHS Compliance Hot Swappable 2000-W DC Power Supply Specifications These specifications apply to the NXA-PDC-2KW power supplies. Property Specification Power 2000 W Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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250 V, 10 A, 8.2 feet (2.5 m) Italy CAB-9K10A-IT 250 VAC, 10 A, CEI 23-16/VII plug, 8.2 feet (2.5 m) Japan CAB-C13-C14-2M-JP Power Cord Jumper, C13-C14 Connectors, 6.6 feet (2.0 m) Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Power Cables for NXA-PAC-2KW Power Supplies Cable Description Illustration CAB-TA-NA North America AC Type A Power Cable CAB-TA-UK United Kingdom AC Type A Power Cable CAB-TA-250V-JP Japan 250V AC Type A Power Cable Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Israel AC Type A Power Cable HVAC/HVDC Power Cables Supported by ACI-Mode and NX-OS Mode Switches Part Number Cord Set Description Photo CAB-HVAC-SD-0.6M HVAC 2-foot (0.6 m) cable with Saf-D-Grid and SD connectors 277V AC Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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(+200/-200 V DC) NO-POWER-CORD All except Argentina, Not applicable Brazil, and Japan No power cord included with switch Table 1: HVAC/HVDC Power Cables Callout Table Connect this end to the power supply unit. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Safety • CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 Second Edition • CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 62368-1-19 Third Edition • ANSI/UL 60950-1 Second edition • IEC 62368-1 • EN 62368-1 • AS/NZS 62368-1 • GB4943 • UL 62368-1 Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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• 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 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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System Specifications System Specifications Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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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 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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The power supply may not be properly installed in the chassis. Either all the installed power supplies are not receiving power or an uninstalled power supply is not receiving power. Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Power supply is installed without a connection to a power source. (10 seconds) then amber Amber Power supply failure—possibly one of these conditions: • Over voltage • Over current • Over temperature • Power supply fan failure Cisco Nexus 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Not applicable Hazardous substances list for customers in China This 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 9332D-H2R ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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