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Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation
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First Published: 2022-02-19
Last Modified: 2023-03-28
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  • Page 1 Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide First Published: 2022-02-19 Last Modified: 2023-03-28 Americas Headquarters Cisco Systems, Inc. 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134-1706 http://www.cisco.com Tel: 408 526-4000 800 553-NETS (6387) Fax: 408 527-0883...
  • Page 2 Any products and features described herein as in development or available at a future date remain in varying stages of development and will be offered on a when-and if-available basis. Any such product or feature roadmaps are subject to change at the sole discretion of Cisco and Cisco will have no liability for delay in the delivery or failure to deliver any products or feature roadmap items that may be set forth in this document.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Airflow Considerations Installation Guidelines Unpacking and Inspecting the Switch Installing the Switch Using the NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU Rack-Mount Kit Installing the Switch Using the N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT Rack-Mount Kit Installing the Airflow Sleeve (N9K-AIRFLOW-SLV) Grounding the Chassis Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 4 Requirements Specific to Perforated Cabinets Cable Management Guidelines A P P E N D I X B System Specifications Environmental Specifications Switch Dimensions Switch and Module Weights and Quantities Transceiver and Cable Specifications Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 5 A P P E N D I X C LEDs Switch Chassis LEDs Fan Module LEDs Power Supply LEDs A P P E N D I X D Additional Kits Rack Mount Kit NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU Airflow Sleeve Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 6 Contents Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 7: Overview

    Overview, on page 1 Overview The Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E switch (N9K-C9336C-FX2-E) is a 1-rack mount unit (RU), fixed-port switch designed for spine-leaf-APIC deployment in data centers. This switch has 36 40/100-Gigabit QSFP28 ports. Ports 31-36 are default fabric links (The last 2 ports 35-36 are reserved for fabric links).
  • Page 8 To determine which transceivers, adapters, and cables are support this switch, see the Cisco Transceiver Modules Compatibility Information document. The following figure shows the switch features on the power supply side of the chassis. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 9 Note All fan and power supply modules must have the same direction of airflow. Otherwise, the switch can overheat and shut down. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 10 If the switch has port-side exhaust airflow (blue coloring for fan modules), you must locate the ports in the hot aisle. If you locate the air intake in a hot aisle, the switch can overheat and shut down. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 11: Preparing The Site

    Altitude Requirements Altitude rating is based on power supply installed; see critical components list in the system CB report for altitude rating. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 12: Dust And Particulate Requirements

    The wiring is unlikely to emit radio interference if you use a twisted-pair cable with a good distribution of grounding conductors. If you exceed the recommended distances, use a high-quality twisted-pair cable with one ground conductor for each data signal when applicable. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 13: Shock And Vibration Requirements

    Planning for Power Requirements The switch includes two power supplies (1-to-1 redundancy with current sharing) in one of the following combinations: • Two 750-W AC power supplies • Two 1100-W AC power supplies Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 14 • Ensure that the protective devices are rated not greater than 35A when the switch is powered with regular DC power supply (700-013838-1200). • Ensure that the protective devices are rated not greater than 10A when the switch is powered with regular HVDC power supply (700-013761-xxxx). Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 15: Airflow Requirements

    Rack and Cabinet Requirements You can install the following types of racks or cabinets for your switch: • Standard perforated cabinets • Solid-walled cabinets with a roof fan tray (bottom-to-top cooling) Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 16: Clearance Requirements

    19.0 in (43.3 cm) Note Both the front and rear of the chassis must be open to both aisles for airflow. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 17: Installing The Switch Chassis

    Starting the Switch, on page 27 Safety Before you install, operate, or service the switch, see the Regulatory, Compliance, and Safety Information for the Cisco Nexus 3000 and 9000 Series for important Safety Information. Warning Statement 1071 Warning Definition IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents.
  • Page 18 When installing the product, use the provided or designated connection cables/power cables/AC adapters. Warning Statement 1017 Restricted Area This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. Only skilled, instructed, or qualified personnel can access a restricted access area. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 19 To reduce risk of electric shock, connect the unit only to a DC power source that complies with the SELV requirements in IEC 60950-based safety standards or ES1 requirements in IEC 62368-based safety standards. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 20: Installation Options With Rack-Mount Kits

    You can install the switch using the following rack-mount options: • Rack-mount kit (NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU) which you can order from Cisco. This option offers you easy installation, greater stability, increased weight capacity, added accessibility, and improved removability with front and rear removal.

  • Page 21: Airflow Considerations

    To prevent loss of input power, ensure the total maximum loads on the circuits supplying power to the switch are within the current ratings for the wiring and breakers. Note For AC input application, please refer to the statement below: Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 22: Unpacking And Inspecting The Switch

    Check for damage and report any discrepancies or damage to your customer service representative. Have the following information ready: • Invoice number of shipper (see packing slip) • Model and serial number of the damaged unit • Description of damage Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 23: Installing The Switch Using The Nxk-Acc-Kit-1Ru Rack-Mount Kit

    The holes that you use depend on the requirements of your rack and the amount of clearance required for interface cables (3 inches [7.6 mm] minimum) and module handles (1 inch [2.5 mm] minimum). Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 24 (see the following figure). Tighten 12-24 screws to 30 in-lb (3.39 N·m) of torque and tighten 10-32 screws to 20 in-lb (2.26 N·m) of torque. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 25 Holding the chassis level, insert screws (12-24 or 10-32, depending on the rack type) in each of the two front rack-mount brackets (using a total of six screws) and into the cage nuts or threaded holes in the vertical rack-mounting rails (see the following figure). Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 26: Installing The Switch Using The N3K-C3064-Acc-Kit Rack-Mount Kit

    • Front rack-mount brackets (2) • Rear rack-mount brackets (2) • Slider rails (2) • M4 x 0.7 x 8-mm Phillips countersink screws (12) • The rack is installed and secured to its location. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 27 Four M4 screws used to attach the bracket to the chassis chassis Rear rack-mount guide aligned to the module end of Two M4 screws used to attach the bracket to the the chassis chassis Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 28 Two customer-supplied 12-24 or 10-32 screws used rack to attach each slider rail to the rack c) Repeat Step 3 to attach the other slider rail to the other side of the rack. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 29 Holding the chassis level, insert two screws (12-24 or 10-32, depending on the rack type) in each of the two front rack-mount brackets (using a total of four screws) and into the cage nuts or threaded holes in the vertical rack-mounting rails (see the following figure). Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 30: Installing The Airflow Sleeve (N9K-Airflow-Slv)

    Chassis Minimum Rack Depth Maximum Rack Depth N9K-C92348GC-X 636.49 mm 748.25 mm N9K-C9316D-GX 824.80 mm 916.60 mm N9K-C9332C 794.20 mm 898.70 mm N9K-C9332D-GX2B 824.00 mm 915.80 mm N9K-C9336C-FX2 315.90 mm 355.90 mm Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 31 (using a total of two screws) and into the cage nuts or threaded holes in the vertical rack-mounting rails (see the following figure). c) Tighten the 10-32 screws to 20 in-lb (2.26 N·m) or tighten the 12-24 screws to 30 in-lb (3.39 N·m). Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 32: Grounding The Chassis

    Insert the stripped end of the grounding wire into the open end of the grounding lug. Use a crimping tool to crimp the lug to the wire, see the following figure. Verify that the ground wire is securely attached to the grounding lug by attempting to pull the wire out of the crimped lug. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 33: Starting The Switch

    • The rack must be close enough to the dedicated power source so that you can connect the switch to the power source by using a designated power cables. • You have the designated power cables for the power supplies that you are connecting to the dedicated power sources. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 34 Turn on the power at the circuit breaker for the DC power source. Step 4 Verify that the power supply LED is on and green. Step 5 Listen for the fans; they should begin operating when the power supply is powered. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 35 A setup utility automatically launches the first time that you access the switch and guides you through the basic configuration. For instructions on how to configure the switch and check module connectivity, see the appropriate Cisco Nexus 9000 Series configuration guide.
  • Page 36 Installing the Switch Chassis Starting the Switch Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 37: Connecting The Switch To The Aci Fabric

    As shown in the following figure, each APIC is connected to one or two leaf switches and each leaf switch should be connected to every spine switch in the same fabric. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 38: Preparing To Connect To Other Devices

    Cisco equipment. In situations where long parallel cable runs cannot be separated by at least 3.3 feet (1 meter), we recommend that you shield any potential noise sources by housing them in a grounded metallic conduit.

  • Page 39: Connecting Leaf Switches To Apics

    Connecting Leaf Switches to APICs You must downlink one or two (recommended for redundancy) Cisco Nexus 9300 platform ACI-mode leaf switches to each Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC) in your ACI fabric. The type of virtual interface card (VIC) installed on the APIC determines the types of interface cables that you can use to connect the leaf switches to the APICs.
  • Page 40 Connect the other end of the interface cable to a downlink port on a leaf switch. • For a Cisco 10GBASE-LR or -SR transceiver and cable, insert the transceiver into a downlink optical port on a leaf switch before connecting the cable to the transceiver.

  • Page 41: Connecting Leaf Switches To Spine Switches

    You cannot include NX-OS line cards in the same chassis when running in ACI mode. Note Multiple uplinks from a leaf switch to a spine switch is supported. A symmetrical topology is recommended so that all devices have equal access to resources. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 42: Installing A Gigabit Ethernet Module (Gem)

    Migration of Nodes From a First Generation Switch to a Second Generation Switch You have first generation Cisco Nexus 9000 series switches that may or may not be comprising a virtual port channel (vPC). You are migrating to second generation Cisco Nexus 9000 series switches using the same cables.
  • Page 43 Before you begin • Move any Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controllers (APICs) that are connected to the first generation switches that you are migrating to any other switches in the fabric and wait for the Cisco APIC cluster to become "Fully Fit."...

  • Page 44: Setting Up An Optional Console Interface

    Register the new second generation switch with the Cisco APIC. Register the new node with the same node name and node ID. This switch becomes part of the fabric. The Cisco APIC pushes the policies to the new switch and keeps down the vPC legs because there is a mismatch of the generation of switches.

  • Page 45: Setting Up An Optional Management Connection

    DB-9 connector on the other end of the cable to the serial port on the console device. What to do next You can now perform the initial configuration for the switch (see the Cisco ACI Getting Started Guide). Setting Up an Optional Management Connection You can optionally set up an out-of-band management connection for monitoring and troubleshooting purposes.
  • Page 46 Use the narrow end of the optics extraction tool to carefully remove the transceiver module (see the following image). Step 4 Place the transceiver module in an antistatic bag or other protective environment. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 47: Maintaining Transceivers And Optical Cables

    • Inspect routinely for dust and damage. If you suspect damage, clean and then inspect fiber ends under a microscope to determine if damage has occurred. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 48 Connecting the Switch to the ACI Fabric Maintaining Transceivers and Optical Cables Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 49: Replacing Components

    On the fan module that you are removing, press the two sides of the fan module handle next to where it connects to the fan module and pull on the handles enough to unseat it from its connectors. Step 2 Holding the handle, pull the module out of the chassis. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 50: Installing A Fan Module

    You can determine the airflow direction by looking at the coloring of the latch on each power supply. AC power supplies with burgundy latches have port-side intake airflow direction, and power supplies with blue latches have port-side exhaust airflow direction. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 51: Replacing A Dc Power Supply

    Verify that the power supply is operational by making sure that the power supply LED is green. Replacing a DC Power Supply You can replace an DC power supply during operations so long as the other power supply provides power to the switch. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 52 If the power supply does not fit into the open slot, turn the module over before sliding it carefully into Note the open slot. b) Test the installation by trying to pull the power supply out of the slot without using the release latch. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 53 Attach the power connector block end of the power cable to the electrical outlet on the front of the power supply. d) Turn on the circuit breaker for the power source. e) Verify that the power supply is operational by making sure that the power supply LED is green. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 54 Replacing Components Replacing a DC Power Supply Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 55: Rack Specifications

    • Standard 19-inch (48.3 cm) (two- or four-post EIA cabinet or rack, with mounting rails that conform to English universal hole spacing per section 1 of ANSI/EIA-310-D-1992). For more information, see Requirements Specific to Perforated Cabinets, on page Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 56: Requirements Specific To Standard Open Racks

    • The roof should be perforated with at least a 20 percent open area. • The cabinet floor should be open or perforated to enhance cooling. The Cisco R Series rack conforms to these requirements. Cable Management Guidelines To help with cable management, you might want to allow additional space in the rack above and below the chassis to make it easier to route all of the fiber optic or copper cables through the rack.

  • Page 57: System Specifications

    Operating 0 to 13,123 feet (0 to 4,000 meters) Switch Dimensions Switch Width Depth Height Cisco Nexus 9336C-FC2-E 17.3 inches (43.9 cm) 24.7 inches (62.7 cm) 1.72 inches (4.4 cm) (1 RU) Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 58: Switch And Module Weights And Quantities

    Some power supplies have capabilities that are greater than the maximum power requirements for a switch. To determine the power consumption characteristics for the switch, use the typical and maximum requirements that are listed in the following table. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 59: Power Specifications

    6 A at 240 VAC Maximum input volt-amperes 1300 VA at 100 VAC Maximum output power per power 1100 W supply Maximum inrush current 33 A Maximum hold-up time 12 ms at 1100 W Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 60: 1100-W Dc Power Supply Specifications

    Power Cord Part Number Cord Set Description CAB-C13-C14-2M Power Cord Jumper, C13-C14 Connectors, 6.6 feet (2.0 m) CAB-C13-CBN Cabinet jumper power cord, 250 VAC, 10 A, C14-C13 connectors, 2.3 feet (0.7 m) Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 61: Regulatory Standards Compliance Specifications

    The following table lists the regulatory standards compliance for the switch. Table 2: Regulatory Standards Compliance: Safety and EMC Specification Description Regulatory compliance Products should comply with CE Markings according to directives 2004/108/EC and 2006/95/EC. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 62 • CNS13438 Class A EMC: Immunity • EN55024 • CISPR24 • EN300386 • KN 61000-4 series RoHS The product is RoH-6 compliant with exceptions for leaded-ball grid-array (BGA) balls and lead press-fit connectors. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 63: Leds

    Power supply is on and outputting power to the switch. Flashing Power supply is connected to an AC power source but not outputting power green to the switch. The power supply may not be properly installed in the chassis. Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 64 Power supply is installed without a connection to a power source. (10 seconds) then amber Amber Power supply failure—possibly one of the following conditions: • Over voltage • Over current • Over temperature • Power supply fan failure Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 65: Additional Kits

    Not applicable Hazardous substances list for customers in China The following table lists and illustrates the console cable (CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45) that can be ordered. Illustration Description Quantity Console cable with DB-9F and RJ-45F connectors Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 66: Airflow Sleeve

    Additional Kits Airflow Sleeve Airflow Sleeve The following table lists and illustrates the airflow sleeve (N9K-AIRFLOW-SLV=). Illustration Description Quantity Airflow sleeve Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2-E ACI-Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...

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