Required Tools
Software Requirements
Catalyst 6000 family CSM software release 1.1(1) requires Cisco IOS Release 12.1(6)E or 12.1(7)E. Catalyst 6000 family CSM software release 1.2(1) requires Cisco IOS Release 12.1(8a)E or later only.
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1.1(1) | Supervisor Engine 1A with MSFC | 12.1(6)E or | Initial Release | |
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1.2(1) | Supervisor Engine 1A with MSFC | 12.1(8a)E | Supervisor Engine 2 | |
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1.2(1) | Supervisor Engine 2 Module with | 12.1(8a)E | Supervisor Engine 2 | |
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Required Tools
This section describes the tools and requirements you need to install the CSM.
Note Before installing the CSM, you must install the Catalyst 6000 family switch chassis and at least one supervisor engine. For information on installing the switch chassis, refer to the Catalyst 6000 Family Installation Guide.
These tools are required to install the CSM into the Catalyst 6000 family switch:
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•Wrist strap or other grounding device
•Antistatic mat or antistatic foam
Caution Whenever you handle the supervisor engine or switching modules, always use a wrist strap or other grounding device to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD). See the “Installing the Content Switching Module” section on page 11 for more information.
Installing the Content Switching Module
To install the CSM into the Catalyst 6000 family switch, perform the steps in the following sections:
•Preparing to Install the CSM, page 11
•Installing the CSM, page 12
•Verifying the Installation, page 15
Preparing to Install the CSM
Before installing the CSM, make sure that the following are available:
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