Chapter 3 Installing The Switch In A Rack; Rack-Mounting The Switch; Required Installation Tools - Cisco Catalyst 4500e Series Installation Manual

Rack-Mounting the Switch

Follow these steps to check the contents of the shipping cartons:
Check the contents of the accessories box against the Accessories Box Components Checklist and the
Step 1
packing slip that were included with your switch. Verify that you received all listed equipment, including
the following:
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Check the switching modules in each slot. Ensure that the configuration matches the packing list and
Step 2
that all the specified interfaces are included.
Rack-Mounting the Switch
A standard rack-mount kit is included for mounting the switch in a standard 19-inch (48.3 cm)
equipment rack with two unobstructed outer posts, with a nominal depth (between the front and rear
mounting posts) of 19.25 inches (48.9 cm) and a maximum depth of 32 inches (81.3 cm). This kit is not
suitable for racks with obstructions (such as a power strip) that could impair access to the
field-replaceable units (FRUs) of the switch.
Alternatively, you can obtain a 23-inch rack-mount kit.

Required Installation Tools

You will need the following tools and equipment to install the chassis in a rack:
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Switch hardware documentation and software documentation (if ordered)
Optional equipment that you ordered, such as network interface cables, transceivers, or special
connectors
Number 1 and number 2 Phillips screwdrivers to tighten the captive installation screws on most
systems
3/16-inch flat-blade screwdriver for the captive installation screws on the supervisor engine and
switching modules on some systems
Antistatic mat or antistatic foam in case you need to remove switching modules to troubleshoot the
installation
Rack-mount kit
Tape measure
Level
Your own electrostatic discharge (ESD) grounding strap or the disposable ESD strap included with
the system
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