Install Your Switch
Safety Considerations for Installation
What You Will Need for the Installation
on page 55
on page 55
Connect Network Interface Cables
Before You Begin
Before you attempt to install or remove an Extreme Networks switch, read the precautions in
Considerations for Installation
on page 54.
About This Task
Extreme Networks switches fit into standard 19-inch equipment racks. A two-post rack-mounting kit is
provided with the switch.
The installation process includes the following tasks:
Procedure
1. Prepare to install the switch.
What You Will Need for the Installation
2. Mount the switch, or install the switch in the rack.
on page 55.
3. Connect network interface cables.
Connect Network Interface Cables
on page 60.
4. Install optional components: optical transceivers and cables.
See the instructions in
5. Power up the switch.
on page 61.
6. Perform initial network connection and configuration.
Activate and Verify the Switch
on page 64.
Safety Considerations for Installation
Read the information in this chapter thoroughly before you attempt to install or remove an Extreme
Networks switch.
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