Appendix A Cabinet and Rack Installation

Cabinet and Rack Requirements

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The minimum vertical rack space per 5010 chassis must be one RU (rack unit), equal to 1.75 inches (4.4 cm).

The width between the rack-mounting rails must be at least 17.75 inches (45.1 cm) if the rear of the switch is not attached to the rack. For four-post EIA racks, this is the distance between the two front rails.

For four-post EIA cabinets (perforated or solid-walled):

The minimum spacing for the bend radius for fiber-optic cables should have the front-mounting rails of the cabinet offset from the front door by a minimum of 3 inches (7.6 cm), and a minimum of 5 inches (12.7 cm) if cable management brackets are installed on the front of the chassis.

The distance between the outside face of the front mounting rail and the outside face of the back mounting rail should be 23.5 to 34.0 inches (59.7 to 86.4 cm) to allow for rear-bracket installation.

A minimum of 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) of clear space should exist between the side edge of the chassis and the side wall of the cabinet. No sizeable flow obstructions should be immediately in the way of chassis air intake or exhaust vents.

Note Optional jumper power cords are available for use in a cabinet. See the “Jumper Power Cord” section on page C-10.

Requirements Specific to Perforated Cabinets

A perforated cabinet is defined here as a cabinet with perforated front and rear doors and solid side walls. In addition to the requirements listed in the “General Requirements for Cabinets and Racks” section on page A-1, perforated cabinets must meet the following requirements:

The front and rear doors must have at least a 60 percent open area perforation pattern, with at least 15 square inches of open area per rack unit of door height.

The roof should be perforated with at least a 20 percent open area.

The cabinet floor should be open or perforated to enhance cooling.

A perforated cabinet that conforms to these requirements is available from Rittal Corporation:

Rittal Corporation

One Rittal Place

Springfield, OH 45504

Contact: (800) 477–4220

Cabinet P/N: Rittal 9969427

Cabinet description: PS-DK/OEM Cabinet Assembly, (78.7 in.) 1998 mm X 23.6 in. (600 mm) X 39.4 in. (1000 mm) (H x W x D) (42 RU)

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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.