IBM RackSwitch G8000, Installation Manual

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4. Slide the RackSwitch into the rack.
5. Use the M6 washers, screws, and clip nuts to attach the alignment plate. Torque
the screws to approximately 5.7 Nm +/- 0.1 Nm (50 inch-pounds).
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6. Connect all cables.
7. Initialize the switch, see Chapter 4, “Initializing the RackSwitch,” on page 45.
Attention: If this is a switch replacement, make sure the VPD is updated to
avoid losing the licensed electronic entitlement data of the RackSwitch. For
more information, see “Configuring Vital Product Data after a switch
replacement” on page 43.
Installing the RackSwitch in an IBM System x
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or Power rack
This section provides general information about installing the RackSwitch in anIBM
System Networking adjustable 19” 4-post rail rack (for Power and System x racks).
For information about mounting the RackSwitch in other rack types, see the
following sections:
v “Installing the RackSwitch in a standard equipment rack” on page 20
v
“Installing the RackSwitch in an IBM iDataPlex rack” on page 22
The IBM System Networking adjustable 19” 4-post rail mount kit parts must be
purchased separately. The following table lists the parts included in the mounting
kit.
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