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2-2 SilkWorm 3800 Hardware Reference
Installing and Configuring the SilkWorm 3800
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If installing the switch in a cabinet:
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The cabinet must be a standard EIA cabinet.
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Plan a cabinet space that is 1 rack unit (1.75 inches; 4.45 cm) high, 19 inches
(48.3 cm) wide, and at least 30 inches (76.2 cm) deep.
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Ground all equipment in cabinet through a reliable branch circuit connection, and
maintain ground at all times. Do not rely on a secondary connection to a branch
circuit, such as a power strip.
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Ensure that airflow and temperature requirements are met on an ongoing basis,
particularly if the switch is installed in a closed or multi-cabinet assembly.
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Verify that the additional weight of the switch does not exceed the cabinet’s
weight limits or unbalance the cabinet in any way.
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Secure the cabinet to insure stability in case of unexpected movement.
Items Included With the SilkWorm 3800
The following items are included with the standard shipment of the SilkWorm 3800:
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The SilkWorm 3800 switch, containing two fan assemblies and one or two power supplies
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Slide Rack Mount Kit, with installation instructions
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One accessory kit containing the following items:
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The SilkWorm 3800 QuickStart Guide
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The Brocade Documentation CD-ROM
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SFP (small form factor pluggable) transceivers (optional)
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Rubber mounting feet
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One or two power cords, 6 ft. (1.8 m) long, grounded, and country-specific
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One serial cable, 10 ft. (3.0 m) long, which can be converted from a DB-9 serial cable
to an RJ-45-style serial cable by removing adapter on end of cable
Setting Up the SilkWorm 3800 as a Stand-alone
Unit
1. Unpack the SilkWorm 3800, and verify all ordered items are present.
2. Clean the four corner depressions on bottom of switch and place a rubber foot in each one.
This helps prevent the switch from accidentally sliding off the supporting surface.
3. Place the switch on a stable, flat surface.
Caution
Do not connect the switch to the network until the IP address is correctly
set. For instructions on how to set the IP address, see
Configuring the
SilkWorm 3800 on page 2-10 .