Safety Warnings This section includes the basic installation caution and warning statements. Read this section before you start the installation procedure. Translations of the warning statements appear in the RCSI guide on Cisco.com. Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Statement 378 If a Cisco external power system is not connected to the switch, install the provided connector cover on Warning the back of the switch.
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When installing or replacing the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected last. Statement 1046 Warning To prevent the system from overheating, do not operate it in an area that exceeds the maximum recommended ambient temperature of: <113°F (45°C). Statement 1047 Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
When determining where to install the switch, verify that these guidelines are met: • Clearance to the switch front and rear panel meets these conditions: ◦ Front-panel LEDs can be easily read. Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
The other LEDs turn off and then reflect the switch operating status. If a switch fails POST, the SYST LED turns amber. POST failures are usually fatal. Call Cisco technical support representative if your switch fails POST. Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
When you connect the RPS to the switch, put the RPS in standby mode. Set the RPS to active mode during normal operation. Warning Attach only the following Cisco external power system to the switch: Cisco XPS 2200 Statement 387 Planning and Installing a Switch Stack (Optional) This section applies only to the Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR stacking-capable switches.
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Grasp the FlexStack module on the sides, and insert it into the module slot. Push the module in completely until you feel it snap into place. The following example image uses FlexStack-Plus module. Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
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Switch Installation Installing a FlexStack-Plus or a FlexStack-Extended Module Step 3 Secure the screws on each side of the module. Avoid overtightening the Note screws. Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
Stacking using FlexStack-Plus Modules These figures show the switches stacked in a vertical rack or on a table. The connections are redundant. A Catalyst 2960-X switch is shown in the examples, the Catalyst 2960-XR switch can be stacked in the same way.
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To achieve this, the copper port on the FlexStack-Extended Hybrid module should be connected to the FlexStack-Plus port on a switch in your Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
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Switch Installation Stack Cabling existing network. The fiber port on the Cisco FlexStack-Extended Fiber module can be used to connect switches over long distances. You can stack up to eight switches. Figure 5: Extending Traditional FlexStack-Plus Stacks using FlexStack-Extended Modules The following image shows a mixed stack network using FlexStack-Plus, FlexStack-Extended Fiber and Hybrid modules.
This figure shows a stack with a bad FlexStack cable in link B. This stack provides only half bandwidth and does not have redundant connections. Figure 9: Stack with a Failover Condition Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
2960-X Switch Stacking Configuration Guide or Catalyst 2960-XR Switch Stacking Configuration Guide on Cisco.com. Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting Installation in other than 19-inch racks requires a bracket kit not included with the switch. Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
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This figure shows the standard 19-inch brackets and other optional mounting brackets. You can order the optional brackets from your Cisco sales representative. Figure 11: Rack-Mounting Brackets 19-inch brackets 23-inch brackets ETSI brackets 24-inch brackets Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
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Switch Installation Rack-Mounting Attaching the Rack-Mount Brackets for the Catalyst 2960-X Switches Procedure Use two Phillips flat-head screws to attach the long side of the bracket to each side of the switch. Figure 12: Attaching Brackets for 19-inch Racks Front-mounting position...
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Use four Phillips flat-head screws to attach the long side of the bracket to each side of the switch. Figure 13: Attaching Brackets for 19-inch Racks Front-mounting position Mid-mounting position Number-8 Phillips flat-head screws (48-2927-01) Rear-mounting position Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
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Use the black Phillips machine screw to attach the cable guide to the left or right bracket. Cable guide Number-12 Phillips pan-head screws (48-0523-01) or Number-10 Phillips pan-head screws (48-0627-01) Phillips machine screw, black (48-0654-01) Mid-mounting position Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
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Attach a 19-inch bracket to one side of the switch. Step 2 Follow the same steps to attach the second bracket to the opposite side. Figure 14: Attaching the 19-inch Brackets for Wall-Mounting Number-8 phillips flat-head screws (48-2927-01) Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
If you are not using an RPS with your switch, use the two Phillips pan-head screws to attach the RPS connector cover to the back of the switch. Figure 15: Attaching the RPS Connector Cover Phillips pan-head screws (48-0482-01) RPS connector RPS connector cover Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
User-supplied screws (for example, you can use # 6 wood screws with a washer head 1-inch long). When you complete the switch installation, see After Switch Installation, on page 21 for information on switch configuration. Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
This is only supported on the stack-capable switches. Note Caution Use only approved cables, and connect only to other Catalyst 2960-X or 2960-S switches. Equipment might be damaged if connected to other nonapproved Cisco cables or equipment. Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Caution the cable more often than is absolutely necessary. Connecting FlexStack-Extended modules (Optional) Always use a Cisco-approved FlexStack cable to connect the switches. This is only supported on the stack-capable switches. Note Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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• To connect two FlexStack-Extended Hybrid modules, insert the FlextStack-Plus cable connectors into the copper FlexStack-Plus ports and the fiber module connectors into the SFP+ module ports on the switches. Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
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Figure 17: Connecting Two FlexStack-Extended Fiber Modules Figure 18: Connecting Two FlexStack-Extended Hybrid Modules When you connect the FlexStack cable to the STACK 1 ports on switches, ensure that the tabs are Note below the connectors. Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
Installing the Power Cord Retainer (Optional) This section applies only to the Catalyst 2960-X switches. Note The power cord retainer is optional (part number [PWR-CLP=]). You can order it when you order your switch, or you can order it later from your Cisco representative.
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AC power cord Sleeve for thinner power cords Power cord retainer Loop Step 3 Slide the retainer through the first latch. Figure 20: Sliding the Retainer Through the Latch AC power cord Latch Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
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(Optional) Use the small sleeve for thin power cords. Use the small sleeve to provide greater stability for thin cords. Detach the sleeve, and slide it over the power cord. Figure 22: Sleeve Around the Power Cord Sleeve for thin power cords AC power cord Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
Removing and installing an SFP or SFP+ module can shorten its useful life. Do not Caution remove and insert any module more often than is absolutely necessary. Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
Removing an SFP Module Connecting to SFP and SFP+ Modules Related Topics SFP and SFP+ Module Slots Connecting to Fiber-Optic SFP and SFP+ Modules Class 1 laser product. Statement 1008 Warning Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
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If the LED is off, the target device might not be turned on, there might be a cable problem, or there might be problem with the adapter installed in the target device. Related Topics SFP Module Connectors Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
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Step 2 Connect the other end of the cable to an RJ-45 connector on the other device. Figure 26: Connecting to a 1000BASE-T SFP Module RJ-45 connector Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...
On a per-port basis, you can control whether or not a port automatically provides power when an IP phone or an access point is connected. To access an advanced PoE planning tool, use the Cisco Power Calculator available on Cisco.com at this URL: http://tools.cisco.com/cpc/launch.jsp...
Step 4 Repeat Steps 1 through 3 to connect each device. Many legacy powered devices, including older Cisco IP phones and access points that do not fully Note support IEEE 802.3af, might not support PoE when connected to the switches by a crossover cable.
GUI, you can configure and monitor a switch cluster or an individual switch. • Use the CLI to configure the switch as a member of a cluster or as an individual switch from the console. • Use the Cisco Prime Infrastructure application. Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Switch Hardware Installation Guide OL-28309-02...