Chapter 2 Switch Installation

Installing the Switch

Mounting the Switch on a Wall

For the best support of the switch and cables, make sure the switch is attached securely to wall studs or to a firmly attached plywood-mounting backboard. Mount the switch with the front panel facing up, as shown in Figure 2-43.

Warning To comply with safety regulations, mount the switches on a wall with the front panel facing up.

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Figure 2-43 Mounting the Switch on a Wall

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After the switch is mounted on the wall, you might need to perform these tasks to complete the installation, run the setup program, and access the switch:

(Optional) Connect the switches in the stacks. See the “Connecting StackWise Cable to StackWise Ports” section on page 2-30.

Power on the switch. See the “Verifying Switch Operation” section on page 2-6. If the switches are stacked, see the “Planning Considerations” section on page 2-8for information on powering considerations.

Connect to a 10/100 or 10/100/1000 port and run Express Setup. See the Catalyst 3750 Switch Getting Started Guide for instructions.

Connect to the front-panel ports. See the “Connecting to the 10/100 and 10/100/1000 Ports” section on page 2-39and the “Connecting to an SFP Module” section on page 2-41to complete the installation.

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Cisco Systems WSC3750X24TS specifications Mounting the Switch on a Wall