Cisco Systems 5000 manual Installing the Cisco Nexus 5010 Switch, 2-15

Chapter 2 Installing the Cisco Nexus 5000 Series Switches

Installing the Switch

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Installing the Cisco Nexus 5010 Switch

This section describes how to use the rack-mount kit provided with the switch to install the Cisco Nexus 5010 switch into a cabinet or rack that meets the requirements described in Appendix A, “Cabinet and Rack Installation.”

Note The Cisco Nexus 5010 can be ordered with front to back airflow. Make sure its air intakes are positioned in a cold isle.

Caution If the rack is on wheels, ensure that the brakes are engaged or that the rack is otherwise stabilized.

Table 2-3lists the items contained in the rack-mount kit provided with the switch.

Table 2-4	Cisco Nexus 5010 Switch Rack-Mount Kit
Quantity	Part Description
2	Rack-mount brackets
12	M4x0.7 x 8-mm Phillips countersunk screws
2	Rack-mount guides

2Slider rails

(21 inch minimum to a 33 inch maximum

To install the switch in a cabinet or rack using the rack-mount kit provided with the switch, follow these steps:

Step 1 Install the front rack-mount brackets as follows:

a.Position a front rack-mount bracket against the chassis and align the screw holes as shown in Figure 2-11. Then attach the front rack-mount bracket to the chassis with six of the M4 screws.

b.Repeat with the other front rack-mount bracket on the other side of the switch.

Figure 2-11 Attaching a Front Rack-Mount Bracket to the Cisco Nexus 5010 Switch

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