Chapter 2
Installing the Network 9000 Chassis
2.1
General
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Installation and servicing of the chassis and all
modules should be performed only by qualified,
trained service personnel.
The hardware installation consists of a few simple procedures to:
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Select an appropriate site.
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Unpack the hardware, check the contents against the packing list, and inspect
for possible shipping damage.
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Mount the hub in a rack, or place it on a flat surface.
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Install power supply modules.
2.2
Tools Required
A Phillips screwdriver is required to install the chassis in a 19" rack and to install or remove any power
supply, function card, or I/O card options.
2.3
Site Preparation
The Hub can be installed in any location as long as the simple environmental, space and
electrical requirements (Appendix A) are met. Perform the following steps:
a . Make sure that your site can support the following specifications listed in Table 2-1.
b. Make sure there is no obstruction of the side air vents of the unit.
c . Make sure that cables can be routed to the hub in a manner that does not exceed the
maximum cable lengths. You can find this information in the Getting Started Guides
supplied with the card options.
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