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Chapter 2 Installing the Cisco Nexus 5000 Series Switches

Grounding the Switch

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Figure 2-14 Grounding a Cisco Nexus 5500 Platform Switch (Cisco Nexus 5596 Shown)

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1	Insert stripped end of grounding cable in	3 Fasten the lug to the chassis with two M4
	grounding lug.	screws.
2	Align grounding lug screw holes to the
	grounding holes in the chassis.

Step 3 Use the crimping tool to secure the grounding cable in the grounding lug.

Step 4 Remove the adhesive label from the grounding pad on the chassis.

Step 5 Place the grounding lug against the grounding pad so that there is solid metal-to-metal contact, and insert the two M4 screws with washers through the holes in the grounding lug and into the grounding pad.

Step 6 Ensure that the lug and cable do not interfere with other equipment.

Step 7 Prepare the other end of the grounding cable and connect it to an appropriate grounding point in your site to ensure adequate earth ground.

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