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Cisco MGX 8800/8900 Series Hardware Installation Guide
Releases 2 - 5.2, Part Number OL-4545-01, Rev. H0, May 2006
Chapter3 Preparing for Installation
Site Requirements for the MGX 8950 Switch
Front card blank faceplates, as needed:
•Single-height service module: Cisco Part Number SINGLE SM-CVR
•Double-height service module: Cisco Part Number DOUBLE SM-CVR
•PXM45/B or PXM45/C: Cisco Part Number PROCESSOR CVR
Back card blank faceplates, as needed:
•For single-height cards: 800-215911-00. This is used on the MGX-8950-AC-R and
MGX -8950-DC-R.
Warning
Blank faceplates and cover panels serve three important functions: they
prevent exposure to hazardous voltages and currents inside the chassis; they
contain electromagnetic interference (EMI) that might disrupt other equipment;
and they direct the flow of cooling air through the chassis. Do not operate the
system unless all cards, faceplates, front covers, and rear covers are in place.
Statement 1029
Mounting kit option for 23-inch rack: Cisco Part Number MGX-MNT23-8950
Cable management assembly: Cisco Part Number MGX8950-CAB-MGMT
Switch earthing conductor—Minimum of 6 AWG stranded copper wire, rated at minimum
90°C
APS connector, as necessary—Cisco Part Number MGX-APS-CON-8950
Fan tray power cable
DC PEM power cable—For DC-powered systems
AC power supply tray power cable—For AC-powered systems
AC power cord for AC power supply tray, optional for AC power:
•Europe: Cisco Part Number PWRCD-30A-EU
•North America: Cisco Part Number PWRCD-30A-NA
Wire for DC power connection—6 AWG (10 square mm) or larger three-wire solid or
stranded copper wire with insulation rating for 140°F (60°C)
Stability plate kit, optional—Cisco Part Number STRATM-STAB
ESD protection equipment—Required whenever you handle Cisco equipmen t, which
includes the switch, cards, and modules.
Mounting screws—To mount the Cisco MGX 8950 switch, upper fan tray, lower fan tray,
air intake plenum, exhaust plenum, and optional AC power supply tray in the rack
Tools
Small- and medium-sized flat-blade screwdrivers
Small- and medium-sized Phillips screwdrivers
Table3-14 MGX 8950 Required Tools and Equipment (continued)
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