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Cabinet and Rack Installation

This appendix provides the requirements for cabinet and rack installation and includes the following sections:

Cabinet and Rack Requirements, page A-1.

Cable Management Guidelines, page A-3

Cabinet and Rack Requirements

This section provides the requirements for the following types of cabinets and racks, assuming an external ambient air temperature range of 0 to 104oF (0 to 40oC):

Standard perforated cabinets

Solid-walled cabinets with a roof fan tray (bottom to top cooling)

Standard open racks

Note If you are selecting an enclosed cabinet, we recommend one of the thermally validated types: standard perforated or solid-walled with a fan tray.

Note Do not use racks that have obstructions (such as power strips), because the obstructions could impair access to field-replaceable units (FRUs).

General Requirements for Cabinets and Racks

The cabinet or rack must be one of the following types:

Standard 19-in. (48.3 cm) (four-post EIA cabinet or rack, with mounting rails that conform to English universal hole spacing per section 1 of ANSI/EIA-310-D-1992. See the “Requirements Specific to Perforated Cabinets” section on page A-2and the “Requirements Specific to Solid-Walled Cabinets” section on page A-3.

The cabinet or rack must also meet the following requirements:

The minimum vertical rack space per 5020 chassis must be two RU (rack units), equal to 3.50 inches (8.9 cm).

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Cisco Systems 5000 Series manual Cabinet and Rack Requirements, General Requirements for Cabinets and Racks

5000 Series specifications

Cisco Systems 5000 Series is a comprehensive line of network switches designed to provide robust performance, high scalability, and exceptional flexibility for various enterprise applications. This switch series is ideally suited for environments such as data centers and large-scale enterprise networks, addressing the demands of modern networking by delivering high-speed connectivity along with advanced features.

One of the standout features of the Cisco 5000 Series is its support for hybrid environments, allowing deployment in both on-premises data centers and cloud-based architectures. With enhanced support for modern networking paradigms, such as Software-Defined Networking (SDN), the switches facilitate seamless integration into existing infrastructure while optimizing resource utilization. Cisco's Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) technology enhances application performance and availability across diverse workloads and applications.

The 5000 Series delivers superior performance with fixed and modular configurations tailored to different operational demands. This flexibility allows businesses to select from various models that best fit their specific needs, whether they require high-density 10, 25, 40, or 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. The series supports high throughput and low latency, making it ideal for data-intensive applications such as virtualization and real-time data processing.

High availability is another critical aspect of the Cisco 5000 Series, which incorporates redundant hardware components and advanced configuration options. Features like Hot Swappable Power Supplies and Fans ensure minimal downtime during maintenance activities. Additionally, these switches come equipped with comprehensive features for network visibility and monitoring, including Cisco’s In-Service Software Upgrade (ISSU) capabilities that allow for continuous operations during updates.

Security is paramount in today’s networking landscape, and the Cisco 5000 Series is equipped with advanced security features. These include support for Virtual LANs (VLANs), Access Control Lists (ACLs), and advanced threat detection mechanisms. Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) integration provides granular control over user access and policy enforcement, creating a secure environment for sensitive data.

In summary, the Cisco Systems 5000 Series is a powerful solution designed for modern networking challenges, featuring hybrid deployment capabilities, robust performance metrics, high availability, and advanced security protocols. Businesses deploying these switches benefit from scalability and flexibility, ensuring their network can adapt to evolving demands while maintaining optimal performance and security.