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Catalyst 4500 E-Series Switches Installation Guide
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Chapter 3 Installing the Switch in a Rack
Rack-Mounting the Switch
Follow these steps to check the contents of the shipping cartons:
Step 1 Check the contents of the accessories box against the Accessories Box Components Checklist and the
packing slip that were included with your switch. Verify that you received all listed equipment, including
the following:
• Switch hardware documentation and software documentation (i f ordered)
• Optional equipment that you ordered, such as network interface cables, transceivers, or special
connectors
Step 2 Check the switching modules in each slot. Ensure that the c onfiguration matches the packing list and
that all the specified interfaces are included.
Rack-Mounting the SwitchA standard rack-mount kit is included for mounting the sw itch in a standard 19-inch (48.3 cm)
equipment rack with two unobstructed outer posts, with a nominal depth (between the front and rear
mounting posts) of 19.25 inches (48.9 cm) and a maximum depth of 32 inches (81. 3 cm). This kit is not
suitable for racks with obstructions (such as a power strip) that could impair access to the
field-replaceable units (FRUs) of the switch.
Alternatively, you can obtain a 23-inch rack-mount kit.
Required Installation Tools
You will need the following tools and equipment to install the chassis in a rack:
• Number 1 and number 2 Phillips screwdrivers to tighten the captive installation screws on most
systems
• 3/16-inch flat-blade screwdriver for the captive installation screws on the supervisor engine and
switching modules on some systems
• Antistatic mat or antistatic foam in case you need to remove switching modules to troubleshoot the
installation
• Rack-mount kit
• Tape measure
• Level
• Your own electrostatic discharge (ESD) grounding strap or the disposable ESD strap included with
the system