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Route the Cables
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“(Optional) Assemble the QSFP Cables” on page 58
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“Route the Cables” on page 62
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“Connect the RJ-45 Ethernet Cables” on page 63
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“Connect the PrizmMT Cables” on page 66
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“Connect the QSFP Cables” on page 69
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“Secure Cables to the Cable Management Comb” on page 73
Route the Cables
When cabling a topology, start at the nodes of the fabric or hosts of the network, and work
toward the switch.
1. Identify the prerequisite and subsequent installation tasks that you must
perform in conjunction with this task.
See “Installation Task Overview” on page 11 .
2. Prepare the cables to connect the nodes or hosts to the switch.
See “(Optional) Assemble the QSFP Cables” on page 58 or “(Optional) Assemble the SFP+
Cables” on page 60 .
3. Prepare and verify that the nodes or hosts are operational, properly configured,
and ready to accept fabric or network cabling.
4.
For each node or host, begin data cabling.
a. Attach the cable to the appropriate connector of the node or host.
b. Route and bundle the data cable through the topology following the cautions
provided in this document.
See “General Cable Precautions” on page 56 .
c. Bring the cables to the location in the rack where the switch is installed.
d.
Repeat Step 4a through Step 4c for each node or host.
5. Connect the cables to the switch.
See “Connect the RJ-45 Ethernet Cables” on page 63 .
Related Information
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“Chassis Cable Requirements” on page 51
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