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Installing the switch
IMPORTANT:
Keep the packages of the switch and the components for future use.
Confirming installation preparations
Before you install an S10500 switch, verify that:
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You have read the chapter "
" carefully and the installation site meets all the
requirements.
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A 19-inch rack is ready for use when you install the switch to a rack. For how to install a rack, see
the rack installation guide.
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The rack is sturdy and securely grounded.
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No debris exists inside or around the rack.
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Choose a correct rack mounting position for the switch. Make sure the heaviest device is placed at
the bottom of the rack.
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The total height of the switches to be installed is no higher than the available installation height of
the rack and enough clearance is reserved for cable routing.
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The switch is ready for installation and has been carried to a place near the rack and convenient for
moving.
Attaching slide rails and cage nuts to the rack
(optional)
Installing slide rails
If the rack has slide rails, skip this section.
Before you attach slide rails to the rack, verify that:
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The slide rails can support the weight of the switch. For the weights of the S10500 switches, see
"
Appendix A Chassis views and technical specifications
H3C recommends that you order the H3C Slide Rail Accessories,500mm-800mm (LSTM2KSGD0).
The accessories can be used in racks where the distance between the front and rear rack posts fits
the H3C slide rails:
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When S10500 switches are installed in an enclosed cabinet, the distance between the front rack
posts and the front door must be at least 100 mm (3.94 in) for installing cable management
brackets, and the distance between the front rack posts and the rear door must be at least 660 mm
(25.98 in) for the chassis with cards installed.
