Cisco N9K-C9408 Hardware Installation Manual

Cisco N9K-C9408 Hardware Installation Manual

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Cisco Nexus 9408 NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide
First Published: 2022-09-15
Last Modified: 2023-03-02
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Overview of the Cisco Nexus 9408 Switch
Overview of the Cisco Nexus 9408 Switch
Provides a comprehensive overview of the Cisco Nexus 9408 Switch, its architecture, and key features.
Preparing the Site
Temperature Requirement
Specifies the ambient operating and non-operating temperature ranges for the switch.
Humidity Requirement
Details the acceptable ambient operating and non-operating humidity levels for the switch.
Altitude Requirements
Outlines the altitude limitations and their impact on switch performance and cooling.
Dust and Contaminants
Guidelines to maintain a clean environment to prevent dust buildup and ensure proper operation.
Installing the Chassis
Safety
Essential safety precautions, warnings, and definitions for safe installation and handling.
Preparing to Install the Chassis
Prerequisites and checks required before commencing the chassis installation process.
Unpacking and Inspecting the Chassis
Procedures for safely unpacking and inspecting the switch for any physical damage or missing parts.
Installing the Chassis in a Four-Post Rack
Step-by-step instructions for securely mounting the switch chassis into a four-post rack.
Grounding the Chassis
Detailed steps for correctly grounding the switch chassis to ensure electrical safety.
Starting the Switch
Guide to powering up the switch and verifying its operational status after installation.
Connecting the Switch to the Network
Preparing for Network Connections
Planning considerations for network connections, including cabling, distances, and equipment.
Connecting to a Console
Instructions for establishing a console connection for initial switch configuration and management.
Connecting the Management Interface
Steps to configure and establish a network management connection to the switch.
Connecting Interface Ports to Other Devices
Guidance on physically connecting the switch's interface ports to other network devices.
Installing SFP+ and SFP Transceivers
Procedures for installing SFP+ and SFP transceivers into the switch ports.
Installing QSFP+ Transceivers
Instructions for inserting QSFP+ transceivers into the switch for high-speed optical connections.
Installing SFP+ and SFP Optical Cables
Steps for connecting SFP+ and SFP optical cables to their respective transceivers.
Maintaining Transceivers and Optical Cables
Best practices for cleaning and maintaining transceivers and optical cables for signal integrity.
Replacing Modules
Replacing a 4 (RU) Fan Module
Procedure for safely removing and replacing a 4 RU fan module while the system is running.
Replacing an AC Power Supply
Instructions for hot-swapping an AC power supply module with another installed.
Replacing a Supervisor Module
Detailed steps for replacing the supervisor module without powering down the switch.
Installing or Replacing a Line-Card Expansion Module (LEM)
Guide to installing a new LEM or replacing an existing one in the chassis.
Replacing a Switch Card
Procedure for replacing a hot-swappable switch card in the chassis.
Managing the Switch
Displaying Information About the Installed Hardware Modules
Command usage to display details about the switch's installed hardware components.
Displaying the Hardware Inventory for the Switch
How to use the 'show inventory' command to list all field-replaceable units (FRUs).
Displaying the Modules for the Switch
Instructions for using the 'show module' command to view installed module information.
Displaying the Serial PROM (SPROM) for the Switch
Procedures for displaying Serial PROM (SPROM) information using the 'show sprom' command.
Displaying Environmental Information for the Switch
Command to display environmental status, including fan and power supply details.
Displaying Environment Temperature for the Switch
How to view the switch's environmental temperature readings via the 'show environment temperature' command.
LEDs
CPU Card LEDs
Explanation of the status and meaning of LEDs on the switch's CPU card.
LEM LEDs
Description of the LEDs for the Line Expansion Modules (LEMs) in the switch.
Fan LEDs
Information regarding the status indicators (LEDs) for the fan modules.
Power Supply LEDs
Details on the LEDs for power supply units and their operational states.
Spare Parts Table
Spares Support Table
A table listing spare parts, power supply, fan, module, and accessory kit options for the switch.

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