Statement 1048—
Rack Stabilization
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.
Warning
• You have installed the bottom-support rails to the lowest possible RU in the rack. And there is at least
21 RU (36.7 inches [93.4 cm]) of space above the rails to install the chassis.
• Data center ground is accessible where you are installing the chassis.
• If there are other devices in the rack, ensure that the heavier devices are installed below the location that
you are going to install the chassis.
• You have unpacked and inspected the chassis shipment for completeness and damage (see
• You have the following tools and equipment:
• Mechanical lift capable of lifting the weight of the chassis and the modules, fan trays, and power
supplies installed in it. Fully loaded, the switch weighs up to 568 lb (258 kg). To determine the full
weight of your chassis with its modules installed (or the weight if you remove the protected modules),
see
Weights for the Chassis, Modules, Fan Trays, and Power Supplies, on page 96
.
Use a mechanical lift to lift anything weighing over 120 pounds (55 kg).
Caution
• Number 1 Phillips-head torque screwdriver
• Eight 12-24 x 3/4-inch or M6 x 19 mm Phillips screws from the bottom-support rails kit
Have at least three persons to move the chassis, which can weigh up to 568 lb (258 kg), onto and off the
mechanical lift and rack.
Note
Statement 1006—
Chassis Warning for Rack-Mounting and Servicing
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:
• This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack.
• When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to the top with the
heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.
• If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before mounting or servicing the
unit in the rack.
Warning
Cisco Nexus 9516 NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide
23
Installing a Chassis
Installing a Chassis in a Rack or Cabinet
