Temperature, Humidity, Altitude | Cisco Systems 7000 manual

Chapter 2 Preparing the Site

Temperature

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Temperature

When you install the Nexus 7000 Series, make sure that the system has adequate airflow from front to back and do not block the air inlet or the air exhaust.

Temperature extremes can cause the Nexus 7000 Series devices to operate at reduced efficiency and cause a variety of problems, including premature aging and failure of chips, and failure of devices. Extreme temperature fluctuations can cause chips to become loose in their sockets. The Nexus 7000 Series devices should be operating in an environment that is not colder than 41°F (5°C) or hotter than 104°F (40°C).

Make sure that the chassis has adequate ventilation; do not place the chassis next to a heat source of any kind, including heating vents during winter.

Adequate ventilation is particularly important at high altitudes. Make sure that all slots and openings on the system remain unobstructed, especially the fan vents on the chassis. Clean the installation site at regular intervals to avoid buildup of dust and debris, which can cause a system to overheat. If the Nexus 7000 series was exposed to abnormally cold temperatures, allow a 2-hour warm-up period to bring it up to a normal operating temperature before you turn the system on. Otherwise, you can damage the internal components.

Note The Nexus 7000 Series devices is equipped with internal air temperature sensors that trigger a minor alarm at 104°F (40°C) and a major alarm at 131°F (55°C).

Humidity

High humidity conditions can cause moisture to seep into the Nexus 7000 Series devices. Moisture can cause corrosion of internal components and degradation of properties such as electrical resistance, thermal conductivity, physical strength, and size. The Nexus 7000 Series is rated to operate at 8 to 80 percent relative humidity, with a humidity gradation of 10 percent per hour.

The Nexus 7000 Series devices can withstand from 5 to 90 percent relative humidity when you store it. Buildings in which climate is controlled by air-conditioning in the warmer months and by heat during the colder months usually maintain an acceptable level of humidity for system equipment. However, if a Nexus 7000 Series device is located in an unusually humid location, you can use a dehumidifier to maintain the humidity within an acceptable range.

Altitude

If you operate a Nexus 7000 Series device at a high altitude (low pressure), the efficiency of forced and convection cooling is reduced and can result in electrical problems that are related to arcing and corona effects. This condition can also cause sealed components with internal pressure, such as electrolytic capacitors, to fail or to perform at a reduced efficiency. The Nexus 7000 Series is rated to operate at altitudes from –500 to 13,123 feet (–152 to 4,000 meters). You can store the system at altitudes of –1,000 to 30,000 feet (–305 to 9,144 meters).

Cisco Nexus 7000 System Site Preparation Guide

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7000 specifications

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