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Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide First Published: 2023-08-18 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...
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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.
Installing the Switch Using the NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU Rack-Mount Kit Grounding the Chassis Starting the Switch C H A P T E R 4 Connecting the Switch to the Network Overview of Network Connections Connecting a Console to the Switch Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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1900-W AC Power Supply Specifications Power Cable Specifications Power Cable Specifications for AC Power Supplies Regulatory Standards Compliance Specifications A P P E N D I X C LEDs Switch Chassis LEDs Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Contents Fan Module LEDs Power Supply LEDs A P P E N D I X D Additional Kits Rack Mount Kit NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
Overview, on page 1 Overview The Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH switch (N9K-C9348GC-FX3PH) is a 1-RU fixed-port, L2/L3 switch, designed for deployment in data centers. This switch has 40 10M/100M/1G copper RJ45 downlink ports that support PoE/PoE+/PoE++ and 8 10M/100M copper RJ45 downlink ports that support PoE/PoE+/PoE++, 4 10-/25G SFP28 uplink ports, and 2 40-/100G QSFP28 uplink ports.
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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 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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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 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
Altitude Requirements Altitude rating is based on power supply installed; see critical components list in the system CB report for altitude rating. Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Statement 1048 Rack Stabilization The rack stabilizing mechanism must be in place, or the rack must be bolted to the floor before installation or servicing. Failure to stabilize the rack can cause bodily injury. Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
Starting the Switch, on page 19 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.
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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. Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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This equipment must be grounded. To reduce the risk of electric shock, never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available. Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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.
Statement 1005 Circuit Breaker This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the protective devices is rated not greater than 20A (North America), 16A (Europe), and 13A (UK). Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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 • Effect of damage on the installation Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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(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 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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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 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
This equipment must be grounded. To reduce the risk of electric shock, never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available. Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
If you need n+n redundancy, you must connect each power supply in a switch to a different power source. Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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4. Place the power cable positive-wire terminal ring on the positive terminal for the power source and secure them with a terminal nut. 5. Place the power cable ground-wire terminal ring on the ground terminal for the power source and secure them with a terminal nut. Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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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.
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Installing the Chassis Starting the Switch Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
When running cables in overhead or subfloor cable trays, we strongly recommend that you locate power cables and other potential noise sources as far away as practical from network cabling that terminates on 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.
You can find this cable in the accessory kit. Step 3 Route the RJ-45 rollover cable to the console or modem. Step 4 Connect the other end of the RJ-45 rollover cable to the console or to a modem. Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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To connect the switch to the network, you can use the default choices for each configuration except the IP address, which you must provide. You can perform the other configurations later as described in the Cisco Nexus 9000 Series NX-OS Fundamentals Configuration Guide.
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Before you begin • The switch must be powered on. • The switch must be initially configured using a console. Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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When removing transceivers from the switch, it is best to remove the optical cable first and then remove the transceiver. To determine which transceivers, adapters, and cables are supported by this switch, see the Cisco Transceiver Modules Compatibility Information document. Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Connecting the Switch to the Network Connecting Interface Ports to Other Devices Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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On the fan module that you are removing, press the two sides of the fan module handle together, and pull on the handles enough to unseat it from its connectors. Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Pull the power cord out from the power receptacle on the power supply to be removed and verify that the LED turns off. The LED might be on and amber colored to indicate that the input power has been disconnected. Note Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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If the power supply does not move out of place, it is secured in the slot. If the power supply moves, carefully press it all the way into the slot until it clicks in place. Step 3 Attach the power cable to the electrical outlet on the front of the power supply. Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Depending on the outlet receptacle on your power distribution unit, you might need the optional jumper cable to connect the switch to your outlet receptacle. Step 5 Verify that the power supply is operational by making sure that the power supply LED is green. Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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• 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 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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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. Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
To determine the power consumption characteristics for the switch, use the typical and maximum requirements that are listed in the following table. Switch Typical Power Consumption (AC or DC) Maximum Power Heat Dissipa Consumption (AC or Requirement Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH BTUs per ho (TBD) Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
Maximum input current 16 A at 115 - 120 VAC 12 A at 200 - 240 VAC 2,400 VA at 200 VAC Maximum input volt-amperes Maximum output power per 1900 W power supply Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
North America CAB-9K12A-NA 125 VAC, 13 A, NEMA 5-15 plug, 8.2 feet (2.5 m) North America CAB-AC-L620-C13 NEMA L6-20-C13, 6.6 feet (2.0 m) North America CAB-N5K6A-NA 200/240V, 6A, 8.2 feet (2.5 m) Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
• AS/NZS CISPR22 Class A • CISPR22 Class A • EN55022 Class A • ICES003 Class A • VCCI Class A • EN61000-3-2 • EN61000-3-3 • KN22 Class A • CNS13438 Class A Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Specification Description 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 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Amber Port admin state is 'Disabled, or the SFP is absent, or both. Port admin state is 'Enabled' and SFP is present, but interface is not connected. Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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Okay (PS_OK) and Okay (AC_OK) LEDs indicate the status for the module as shown in the following table. PS_OK LED AC_OK LED Status Green Green Power supply is on and outputting power to the switch. No power is present. Amber Output has failed. Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...
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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 9348GC-FX3PH NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide...