Chapter 4: Preinstallation Checklist
Before you install the VSP 7200 Series, make sure that you complete the tasks in the preinstallation
checklist.
Important:
Make sure the air flow direction of the
power supplies
and
fan modules
match the same
direction (either front-to-back or back-to-front).
No.
Task
Description
1.
Review the technical specification for
the switch. Make sure that the area
where you install the switch and where
it will operate meet the requirements.
For the physical, electrical, and environmental
specifications, see
page 21.
2.
Verify the power supply unit (PSU)
specifications. Optionally order a
redundant PSU to provide redundancy
and load sharing.
AC power supply specifications
page 26 or
DC power supply specifications
page 32.
on page 10 for
part numbers.
3.
Verify that the fan module air flow is
going in the same direction as the
power supplies (either front-to-back or
back-to-front). Optionally order
redundant fan modules.
To order redundant fan modules, see
Hardware Models for VSP 7200 Series
on
page 10 for part numbers.
4.
Make sure that you have the following
tools and cables:
• Phillips #2 screwdriver
• RJ-45 console port cable
• ESD cable
Cable Requirements for the VSP 7200
on page 73.
5.
Unpack the equipment.
Observe ESD precautions when you unpack
the equipment. See
page 20.
6.
Verify the contents of the shipped
package.
on page 23 for a
description of the components that are
provided with the switch. If any components
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