Cisco Systems Cisco ME 3400 manual Preparing for Installation, This section covers these topics

C H A P T E R 2

Switch Installation

This chapter describes how to start your Cisco Metro Ethernet (ME) switch and how to interpret the power-on self-test (POST) that ensures proper operation. It also describes how to install the switch and how to make connections to the switch. Read the topics and perform the procedures in this order:

•Preparing for Installation, page 2-1

•Verifying Switch Operation, page 2-5

•Installing the Switch, page 2-5

•Installing and Removing SFP Modules, page 2-16

•Inserting and Removing the SFP Module Patch Cable, page 2-19

•Connecting to the 10/100 and 10/100/1000 Ports, page 2-20

•Connecting to SFP Modules, page 2-21

•Where to Go Next, page 2-24

Preparing for Installation

This section covers these topics:

•Warnings, page 2-1

•Installation Guidelines, page 2-4

Warnings

These warnings are translated into several languages in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco ME 3400 and Cisco ME 2400 Ethernet Access Switches document that ships with the switch.

Warning Before working on equipment that is connected to power lines, remove jewelry (including rings, necklaces, and watches). Metal objects will heat up when connected to power and ground and can cause serious burns or weld the metal object to the terminals. Statement 43

Warning Do not stack the chassis on any other equipment. If the chassis falls, it can cause severe bodily injury and equipment damage. Statement 48

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