Extreme Networks EC8200A01-E6, Installation Manual

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Chapter 5: Installing the Virtual Services
Platform 8000 Series
This section provides the information and procedures to install the VSP 8000 Series.
Installation checklist
Use this checklist to install the VSP 8000 Series.
No. Task Description
1. Mount the VSP 8000 Series switch in
the equipment rack. See Installing the VSP 8000 Series in an
Equipment Rack on page 35.
You have two options for installing the switch in
an equipment rack:
• Using the optional slide rack mount kit on
page 35
• Using the supplied brackets on page 68
2. Install the primary or redundant
power supply.
Important:
A combination of AC-input and
DC-input power supplies in the
same chassis is not supported.
If you have an AC power supply, see Installing
an AC power supply on page 71.
If you have a DC power supply, see Installing a
DC Power Supply on page 75.
3. For the VSP 8400 Series, install an
Ethernet Switch Module. See Installing an Ethernet Switch Module on
page 26.
4. Check the LEDs to verify the
installation. For a description of the LEDs, see LED state
definitions on page 82.
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