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Cisco Nexus 5000 Series Hardware Installation Guide
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Chapter 2 Installing the Cisco Nexus 5000 Switch
Installing the Cisco Nexus 5020 Chassis in a Cabinet or Rack
Grounding lug kit
Rack-mount kit
ESD wrist strap
Cables with connectors
Any optional items ordered
Step 2 Check for damage and report any discrepancies or damage to your customer service representative. Have
the following information ready:
Invoice number of shipper (see packing slip)
Model and serial number of the damaged unit
Description of damage
Effect of damage on the installation
Installing the Cisco Nexus 5020 Chassis in a Cabinet or Rack
This section describes how to use the rack-mount kit provided with the switch to install the Cisco Nexus
5020 switch into a cabinet or rack that meets the requirements described in Appendix A, “Cabinet and
Rack Installation.” All Cisco Nexus 5020 switch switches use the same installation procedure.
Caution If the rack is on wheels, ensure that the brakes are engaged or that the rack is otherwise stabilized.
Table 2-1 lists the items contained in the rack-mount kit provided with the switch.
Tab l e 2-1 Cisco Nexus 5020 Switch Rack-Mount Kit
Quantity Part Description
2Rack-mount brackets
16 M4x0.7 x 8-mm Phillips countersunk screws
2Rack-mount guides
12 10-32 Rack Nuts
12 10-32 x 3/4-inch Phillips countersunk screws
2Slider rails