Extreme Networks ExtremeSwitching SLX 9250, Hardware Installation Manual

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Installing Your Switch
Installing Your Switch on page 36
Safety Considerations for Installing Switches on page 37
What You Will Need for the Installation on page 37
Attaching the Switch to a Rack on page 38
Installing Optional Components on page 48
Installing Internal Power Supplies on page 50
Powering up the Switch on page 57
Connecting Network Interface Cables on page 57
Installing Your Switch
Before you attempt to install or remove an Extreme Networks switch, read the precautions in Safety
Considerations for Installing Switches on page 37.
Extreme Networks switches fit into standard 19-inch equipment racks.
A four-post rack-mounting kit is provided with the switch. A two-post kit can be ordered separately.
The installation process includes the following tasks:
1. Prepare to install the switch.
See What You Will Need for the Installation on page 37.
2. Install the switch in the rack.
See Attaching the Switch to a Rack on page 38.
3. Install optional components: optical transceivers and cables.
See the instructions in Installing Optional Components on page 48.
4. If your switch does not come with an installed internal power supply, install one or two power
supplies.
See
Installing Internal Power Supplies on page 50.
Note
Be aware of whether the power supply you are installing is AC-powered or a DC-powered.
The installation instructions are different depending upon what type of power is used.
5. Power up the switch.
See Powering up the Switch on page 57.
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