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Cisco Catalyst 9600 Installation Manual

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Unpacking the Switch
Check the contents of the shipping container:
Check the contents of the accessory kit. Verify that you have received all the listed equipment, including any
optional equipment you may have ordered, such as, network interface cables, transceivers, or special connectors.
Step 2
Check the modules in each slot. Ensure that the configuration matches the packing list and that all of the
specified interfaces are included.
Store the shipping carton.
Unpacking the Switch, on page 1
Do not discard the shipping container when you unpack the switch. Flatten the shipping cartons and
store them with the pallet. You will require these containers if you have to move or ship the switch
in the future.
Installing the Switch
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Installing the Switch • Unpacking the Switch, on page 1 • Install the Switch as Shipped, on page 2 • Install the Switch with Shelf Brackets, on page 8 • Install the Switch in NEBS-Compliant Mode, on page 22 • Establishing System Ground, on page 29 •...

  • Page 2: Installing The Switch

    Installing the Switch Install the Switch as Shipped Install the Switch as Shipped Installing the Cable Guide on the Chassis with L-Brackets Preinstalled on the Chassis Procedure Step 1 Position the cable guides to align with the L-brackets preinstalled on the chassis and secure the cable guides to the L-brackets using the screws provided.
  • Page 3 Installing the Switch Installing the Cable Guide on the Chassis with L-Brackets Preinstalled on the Chassis Figure 2: Mounting the Chassis to the Rack Screws to attach the chassis to the rack post Cable guide installed Cable guide installation is complete. Installing the Switch...
  • Page 4 Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting the Chassis as Shipped Figure 3: Chassis with Cable Guide Attached Rack-Mounting the Chassis as Shipped This procedure shows how to rack mount the chassis as shipped. Installing the Switch...
  • Page 5 Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting the Chassis as Shipped Before you begin Warning To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety: •...
  • Page 6 Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting the Chassis as Shipped Figure 4: Securing the Chassis to the Rack Posts 10-32 or 12-24 pan head screws Cable guides Step 3 Secure the chassis to the rack with either 10-32 or 12-24 pan head screws from the chassis standard accessory kit.
  • Page 7 Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting the Chassis as Shipped Figure 5: Chassis Secured to the Rack Posts Step 4 4. Use a tape measure and level to ensure that the chassis is installed straight and level.. What to do next After installing the chassis in its location, complete the installation process by: 1.

  • Page 8: Install The Switch With Shelf Brackets

    Installing the Switch Install the Switch with Shelf Brackets 4. Powering up the chassis and verifying the installation. Install the Switch with Shelf Brackets Installing the Shelf Kit L-Brackets The switch chassis is shipped with two L-brackets installed on the front sides of the chassis. If you are rack-mounting the switch using the shelf kit, these L-brackets must be removed and replaced with L-brackets that are part of the shelf kit.
  • Page 9 Installing the Switch Installing the Shelf Kit L-Brackets Figure 6: L-Brackets the Chassis is Shipped with Left L-bracket Right L-bracket Installing the Switch...
  • Page 10 Installing the Switch Installing the Shelf Kit L-Brackets Figure 7: Removing L-Brackets the Chassis is Shipped With Mounting screws the chassis is shipped with Installing the Switch...
  • Page 11 Installing the Switch Installing the Shelf Kit L-Brackets Figure 8: Chassis Without L-Brackets Chassis without left L-bracket Chassis without right L-bracket Step 2 Unpack the L-brackets from the shelf kit. Step 3 Using the M4 x 8 mm Phillips flat head screws in the shelf kit, secure the L-brackets to the front-left and front-right sides of the chassis (four on each side).
  • Page 12 Installing the Switch Installing the Shelf Brackets and the Crossbar Figure 9: Installing Shelf Kit L-Brackets M4 x 8 mm Phillips flat head screws What to do next Install the shelf brackets on the rack. Installing the Shelf Brackets and the Crossbar Install the shelf brackets and the crossbar before you install the chassis in the rack to help support the weight of the chassis while you secure the L-brackets to the rack enclosure.
  • Page 13 Installing the Switch Installing the Shelf Brackets and the Crossbar • Number 1 and Number 2 Phillips screwdrivers • 3/16-inch flat-blade screwdriver • Tape measure and level Procedure Step 1 Position the support flange of the left shelf bracket on the front of the left rail. Align and secure the bracket to the rack by using three screws.
  • Page 14 Installing the Switch Installing the Cable Guide on the Chassis with Shelf Kit L-Bracket Step 3 Secure the crossbar to the shelf brackets by using two M4 screws, with one screw on each side. Figure 11: Securing the crossbar to the shelf brackets M4 x 5 mm flat-head screw Crossbar The shelf brackets and the crossbar are now securely mounted to the rack posts.
  • Page 15 Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting the Chassis Figure 12: Installing the Cable Guide Screws to mount the cable guide Step 2 Secure the cable guides to the L brackets using the screws (one on each side) provided. What to do next Rack mount the chassis to a rack installed with shelf brackets and a crossbar.
  • Page 16 Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting the Chassis Warning To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety: •...
  • Page 17 Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting the Chassis Figure 13: Chassis handholds All four of the chassis handholds pulled out and the back end of the chassis resting on the edges of the shelf bracket rails. Step 2 With a person standing at each side of the chassis, insert one hand into each handhold. Slowly lift the chassis. Avoid sudden twists or moves to prevent injury.
  • Page 18 Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting the Chassis Figure 14: Sliding the Chassis in - Part 1 Handholds closest to the rack posts, pushed Step 5 Continue sliding the chassis in until the second pair of handholds are near the rack posts. Push in the second pair of handholds.
  • Page 19 Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting the Chassis Figure 15: Sliding the Chassis in - Part 2 Second pair of handholds, pushed in. Step 6 Continue sliding the chassis rests completely on the shelf brackets and the crossbar. Slide in further until the L brackets make contact with the rack posts.
  • Page 20 Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting the Chassis Figure 16: Securing the Chassis to the Rack Posts 10-32 or 12-24pan head screws Installing the Switch...
  • Page 21 Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting the Chassis Figure 17: Chassis Secured to the Rack Posts What to do next After installing the chassis in its location, complete the installation process by: 1. Connecting the chassis to system ground. 2. Installing and connecting the power supplies to the power source. Installing the Switch...

  • Page 22: Install The Switch In Nebs-Compliant Mode

    Installing the Switch Install the Switch in NEBS-Compliant Mode 3. Connecting the network interface cables to the supervisor module and line card modules. This may involve installing transceivers before you attach the network interface cables. 4. Powering up the chassis and verifying the installation. Install the Switch in NEBS-Compliant Mode NEBS-Compliant Air Filter A Network Equipment-Building System (NEBS) compliant installation allows filtered, front-to-rear airflow.
  • Page 23 Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting the Chassis in NEBS-Compliant Mode Procedure Step 1 Remove and discard the mounting ears and the ten mounting screws of the chassis. Do not reuse them during any part of the installation process. Figure 18: Remove the Mounting Ears Mounting screws Step 2 Install the rack ear brackets on the left and right sides of the chassis.
  • Page 24 Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting the Chassis in NEBS-Compliant Mode Figure 19: Install the Rack Ear Brackets 10xM4 pan head screws 12 mm Rack ear brackets long 8xM4 countersunk screws 5 mm long Step 3 Install the filter brackets. Installing the Switch...
  • Page 25 Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting the Chassis in NEBS-Compliant Mode Figure 20: Install the Filter Brackets M3x6mm flat head screws Step 4 Install the right and the left wall covers. Installing the Switch...
  • Page 26 Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting the Chassis in NEBS-Compliant Mode Figure 21: Install the Wall Covers M4x5mm flat head screws M4x12mm pan head screws Step 5 Secure the chassis to the rack with either 10-32 or 12-24 pan head screws from the chassis standard accessory kit.
  • Page 27 Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting the Chassis in NEBS-Compliant Mode Step 7 Insert the air filter into its housing with the arrows pointing toward the chassis. The arrows on the top edge of the air filter note the direction of airflow. Airflow direction is from right to left, when you stand facing the chassis.
  • Page 28 Installing the Switch Rack-Mounting the Chassis in NEBS-Compliant Mode Figure 23: NEBS-Compliant Air Filter Note We recommend that you change the air filter every 3 months. However, examine the air filter once a month (or more often in dusty environments) and replace it if it appears to be excessively dirty or damaged.

  • Page 29: Establishing System Ground

    Installing the Switch Establishing System Ground Figure 24: Top Cover and Base Cover 10-32 or 12-24 pan head screws Establishing System Ground To attach the grounding lug and cable to the grounding pad, perform these steps: Installing the Switch...
  • Page 30 Installing the Switch Establishing System Ground Before you begin Warning Before performing any of the following procedures, ensure that power is removed from the DC circuit. Statement 1003 Warning Use copper conductors only. Statement 1025 Warning When stranded wiring is required, use approved wiring terminations, such as closed-loop or spade-type with upturned lugs.
  • Page 31 Installing the Switch Establishing System Ground Figure 25: Locating and Connecting System Ground M4 screws to secure the lug to the connector Grounding lug Stripped end of the grounding wire inserted into the open end of the grounding lug Installing the Switch...

  • Page 32: Attaching An Esd Strap

    Installing the Switch Attaching an ESD Strap Figure 26: System Ground Connected Step 5 Prepare the other end of the grounding wire, and connect it to an appropriate grounding point in your site to ensure adequate earth ground for the switch. Attaching an ESD Strap After you install the system ground lug, follow these steps to correctly attach the ESD wrist strap: Procedure...

  • Page 33: Verifying The Switch Chassis Installation

    Installing the Switch Verifying the Switch Chassis Installation b) If you are using an ESD wrist strap equipped with an alligator clip, open the package and remove the ESD wrist strap. Locate the end of the wrist strap that attaches to your body and secure it to your bare skin. Step 2 Grasp the spring or alligator clip on the ESD wrist strap and momentarily touch the clip to a bare metal spot (unpainted surface) on the rack.

  • Page 34: Step

    Installing the Switch Verifying the Switch Chassis Installation Step 3 Turn on the power supply switches to power up the system. During the power-up sequence, the system performs a series of bootup diagnostic tests. What to do next Additional system diagnostic tests are also available. These tests allow you to perform a complete sanity check on the system prior to inserting the system into your network and to monitor the health of the system while the system is running.

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