When installing or replacing the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected
last. Statement 1046
Warning
Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes.. Statement 1074
Warning
Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from disconnected fibers or connectors. Do not stare into beams
or view directly with optical instruments. Statement 1051
Warning
Before starting the installation procedures in this chapter, see the
“
Site Preparation Checklist
”
section on page
2-15 to verify that all site planning activities were completed.
Rack-Mounting Guidelines
The Catalyst 6880-X switch is designed to be installed in standard 19-inch racks.
Note
Before rack-mounting the switch, ensure that the equipment rack complies with the following guidelines:
•
The width of the rack, measured between the two front-mounting strips or rails, must be one of the
following measurements:
◦
17.5 inches (44.45 cm)
◦
17.75 inches (45.09 cm)
•
The depth of the rack, measured between the front- and rear-mounting strips, must be at least 19.25
inches (48.9 cm).
•
The rack must have sufficient vertical clearance to insert the chassis: 8.75 inches (22.23 cm) (5 RU)
Chassis height is sometimes measured in rack units (RU or just U) where 1 RU or 1 U equals 1.75 in
(44.45 mm). A typical server rack is 42 RU or 42 U in height.
Note
If the rack is on wheels, ensure that the brakes are engaged and that the rack is stabilized.
Caution
Stability hazard. The rack stabilizing mechanism must be in place, or the rack must be bolted to the floor
before you slide the unit out for servicing. Failure to stabilize the rack can cause the rack to tip over.
Statement 1048
Warning
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Installing the Switch
Rack-Mounting Guidelines
