Dell BigIron RX-16, Installation Manual

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BigIron RX Installation Guide 47
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Installing a BigIron RX-16 switch
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Final steps
Follow the steps listed below to complete the installation:
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“Attaching a management station”
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“Powering-on the power source”
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“Verifying proper operation”
Installing a BigIron RX-16 switch
This section describes the following tasks:
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“Preparing the installation site”
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“Unpacking a BigIron RX-16 switch”
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“Chassis lifting guidelines for BigIron RX-16 switches”
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“Installing a BigIron RX-16 chassis in a rack”
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“Installing BigIron RX-16 modules”
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“Installing power supplies in a BigIron RX-16 chassis”
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“Connecting AC power to a BigIron RX-16 chassis”
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“Connecting DC power to a BigIron RX-16 chassis”
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“Final steps”
Preparing the installation site
Cabling infrastructure
Ensure that the proper cabling is installed in the site.
For information on cabling, refer to “Installing power supplies in a BigIron RX-16 chassis” on
page 54, “Attaching a management station” on page 77, and “Connecting a BigIron RX Series
switch” on page 105.
Installation location
Before installing the switch, plan its location and orientation relative to other devices and
equipment. For cooling purposes, allow a minimum of six inches of space between the sides, front,
and the back of the chassis and walls or other obstructions. If a chassis is installed within a
perforated enclosure, the perforations must have openings of at least 60 percent of the surface.
If you will be using a mechanical lift to move and install the chassis, make sure you allow enough
working room.