Chapter 2 Installing the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch

Pre-Installation

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Required Equipment

Gather the following items before beginning the installation:

No. 1 and no. 2 Phillips screwdrivers with torque capability

3/16-inch flat-blade screwdriver

Tape measure and level

ESD strap (such as a wrist strap)

Antistatic mat or antistatic foam

For grounding the chassis (items required in addition to the grounding items provided in the accessory kit):

Grounding cable (6 AWG recommended), sized according to local and national installation requirements; the required length depends on the proximity of the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch to proper grounding facilities

Crimping tool large enough to accommodate girth of lug

Wire-stripping tool

Unpacking and Inspecting the Switch

Caution When handling switch components, wear an ESD strap and handle modules by the carrier edges only. An ESD socket is provided on the chassis. For the ESD socket to be effective, the chassis must be grounded either through the power cable, the chassis ground, or metal-to-metal contact with a grounded rack.

Tip Keep the shipping container for use when shipping the chassis in the future.

Note If you purchased this product through a Cisco reseller, contact the reseller directly for technical support. If you purchased this product directly from Cisco, contact Cisco Technical Support at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/687/Directory/DirTAC.shtml.

 

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