IBM 4002AC2, Installation And User Manual

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Chapter 2. Installing the B24X
This chapter contains information on how to install the B24X switch.
Attention: Before starting any installation procedure, refer to “Safety notices” on
page xi.
Unpacking a system
Attention: The procedures in this manual are intended for qualified service
personnel.
Information about configuring IP addresses and connecting network devices is in
Chapter 3, “Connecting Network Devices and Checking Connectivity,” on page 19.
Systems ship with all of the items listed below. Please review the list and verify the
contents. If any items are missing, please contact the place of purchase.
Package contents
Verify the package contents listed below:
v IBM Ethernet Switch B24X device with dual AC power supplies installed
v AC power cord
v Rack mount brackets and mounting screws (already secured on the device)
v CD-ROM containing software images and user documentation (including this
guide)
v
Warranty card
General requirements
To manage the system, you will need the following items for serial connection to a
Layer 2 or Layer 3 switch:
v A management station, such as a PC running a terminal emulation application.
v A serial cable (provided).
v Use the serial connection to perform basic configuration tasks, such as assigning
an IP address and network mask. This information is required to manage the
system using IronView Network Manager or using the CLI through Telnet.
Summary of installation tasks
Follow the steps listed in Table 6 to install your B24X device. Details for each of
these steps are provided in this chapter and in the following chapter.
Table 6. Summary of installation tasks
Task No. Task
Where to Find More
Information
1 Ensure that the physical
environment where the
device will be installed has
the proper cabling and
ventilation. “Preparing the installation
site” on page 12
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