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Cisco Nexus 3500 Hardware Installation Guide
First Published: 2018-03-21
Last Modified: 2018-07-18
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CHAPTER 1 Overview
Overview of the Cisco Nexus 3548-10G, 3548-10GX, and 3524 Switches
Provides an overview of the Cisco Nexus 3548-10G, 3548-10GX, and 3524 switches.
CHAPTER 2 Preparing the Site
Temperature Requirement
Specifies the ambient operating and storage temperature ranges for the switch.
Humidity Requirement
Details the ambient operating and storage humidity levels for the switch.
Altitude Requirements
Outlines acceptable altitude ranges to prevent cooling and electrical issues.
Dust and Contaminants
Provides guidelines for maintaining a clean environment to prevent overheating.
CHAPTER 3 Installing the Chassis
Safety
Important safety instructions and warnings before installing or servicing the switch.
Installation Options with Rack-Mount Kits, Racks, and Cabinets
Describes various rack-mount kit options and compatible rack types for installation.
Preparing to Install the Chassis
Lists prerequisites and checks before beginning the chassis installation process.
Unpacking and Inspecting the Chassis
Details the procedure for unpacking and inspecting the switch shipment for damage.
Installing a 1 (RU) Chassis in a Four-Post Rack
Step-by-step guide for mounting the switch chassis in a four-post rack.
Installing the Switch Using the NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU Rack-Mount Kit
Instructions for using the NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU rack-mount kit for installation.
Installing the Switch Using the N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT Rack-Mount Kit
Instructions for using the N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT rack-mount kit for installation.
Installing a 1 (RU) Chassis in a Two-Post Rack
Step-by-step guide for mounting the switch chassis in a two-post rack.
Grounding the Chassis
Explains the procedure for grounding the switch chassis for safety.
Starting the Switch
Covers the steps for powering up the switch after installation.
CHAPTER 4 Connecting the Switch to the Network
Preparing for Network Connections
Steps to prepare the site for connecting the switch to the network.
Connecting to a Console
Guide on connecting to the switch's console port for initial configuration.
Connecting the Management Interface
Instructions for establishing a management connection to the switch.
Connecting Interface Ports to Other Devices
Steps for connecting the switch's interface ports to other network devices.
Installing SFP+ and SFP Transceivers
Procedure for installing SFP+ and SFP transceivers.
Installing QSFP+ Transceivers
Procedure for installing QSFP+ transceivers.
Installing SFP+ and SFP Optical Cables
Instructions for connecting SFP+ and SFP optical cables.
Maintaining Transceivers and Optical Cables
Guidelines for maintaining transceivers and optical cables for optimal performance.
Preface
Audience
Identifies the intended audience for this hardware installation guide.
Related Documentation
Lists other relevant Cisco documentation for the Nexus 3000 Series.
CHAPTER 5 Replacing Modules
Replacing a 1 (RU) Fan Module
Procedure for replacing the fan module in a 1 RU chassis.
Replacing an AC Power Supply
Steps for replacing an AC power supply module in the chassis.
Replacing a DC Power Supply
Steps for replacing a DC power supply module in the chassis.
APPENDIX A Rack Specifications
General Requirements and Guidelines for Cabinets and Racks
General requirements for cabinets and racks used for switch installation.
About Requirements for Perforated Cabinets
Specific requirements for perforated cabinets used for switch installation.
About Requirements for Open Racks
Specific requirements for open racks used for switch installation.
APPENDIX B System Specifications
Environmental Specifications
Details environmental operating and non-operating specifications for the switch.
Switch Dimensions
Provides the physical dimensions of the Cisco Nexus 3500 series switches.
AC Power Cable Specifications
Lists specifications for various AC power cables compatible with the switch.
DC Power Cable Specifications
Lists specifications for DC power cables compatible with the switch.
HVDC Power Cable Specifications
Lists specifications for HVDC power cables compatible with the switch.
APPENDIX C LEDs
Chassis LEDs
Information about the status and meaning of chassis LEDs.
Fan LEDs
Information about the status and meaning of fan LEDs.
Power Supply LEDs
Information about the status and meaning of power supply LEDs.
APPENDIX D Spare Parts Table
Spares Support Table
Lists spare parts and accessory kits for the Cisco Nexus 3500 series.

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