Installing The Chassis In A Four-Post Rack - Cisco Nexus 3000 Series Manual

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Installing the Chassis

• Effect of damage on the installation

• Photos of the damaged shipping containers and damaged product

Step 3

For dual direction airflow switches, check to be sure that all of the fan and power supply modules have the same airflow

direction.

• Port-side intake airflow direction indicated with burgundy coloring

• Port-side exhaust airflow direction indicated with blue coloring

Installing the Chassis in a Four-Post Rack

This section describes the installation of the Cisco Nexus 9408 platform switch, into a four-post rack, using

the N9K-C9400-RMK rack-mount kit.

Before moving or lifting the chassis, follow these guidelines:

• Ensure that there is adequate space around the switch for servicing and airflow.

• Never attempt to lift an object that is too heavy for you to lift by yourself.

• Ensure that you have solid footing. Distribute the weight of the switch is evenly between your feet.

• Lift the switch slowly, keeping your back straight. Lift with your legs, not with your back. Bend at the

Warning

knees, not at the waist.

Statement 1030 Equipment Installation

Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.

Statement 1091 Installation by an Instructed Person

Only an instructed person or skilled person should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.

See statement 1089 for the definition of an instructed or skilled person.

Statement 1032 Lifting the Chassis

To prevent personal injury or damage to the chassis, never attempt to lift or tilt the chassis using the handles

on modules, such as power supplies, fans, or cards. These types of handles are not designed to support the

weight of the unit.

Installing the Chassis in a Four-Post Rack

Installing the Chassis

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