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Cisco Nexus 5000 Series Hardware Installation Guide
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Chapter 2 Installing the Cisco Nexus 5000 Switch
Preparing for Installation
• Use the following screw torques when installing the switch:
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Captive screws: 4 in-lb
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M3 screws: 4 in-lb
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M4 screws: 12 in-lb
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10-32 screws: 20 in-lb
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12-24 screws: 30 in-lb
Required Equipment
Before beginning the installation, ensure that the following items are ready:
• Number 1 and number 2 Phillips screwdrivers with torque capability
• 3/16-in. flat-blade screwdriver
• Tape measure and level
• ESD wrist strap or other grounding device
• Antistatic mat or antistatic foam
The following additional items (not found in the accessory kit) are required to ground the chassis:
• Grounding cable (6 AWG recommended), sized according to local and national installation
requirements; the required length depends on the proximity of the Cisco Nexus 5000 switch to
proper grounding facilities
• Crimping tool large enough to accommodate girth of lug
• Wire-stripping tool
Unpacking and Inspecting the Switch
Caution When handling switch components, wear an ESD strap and handle modules by the carrier edges only.
An ESD socket is provided on the chassis. For the ESD socket to be effective, the chassis must be
grounded through the power cable, the chassis ground, or the metal-to-metal contact with a grounded
rack.
Tip Keep the shipping container in case the chassis requires shipping in the future.
Note The switch is thoroughly inspected before shipment. If any damage occurred during transportation or
any items are missing, contact your customer service representative immediately.
To inspect the shipment, follow these steps:
Step 1 Compare the shipment to the equipment list provided by your customer service representative and verify
that you have received all items, including the following:
• Print documentation