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• Ensure that the chassis is adequately grounded. If the switch is not mounted in a grounded rack, we
recommend that you connect both the system ground on the chassis and the site power ground to an
earth ground.
• Ensure that the site power meets the power requirements listed in the Technical Specifications section.
If available, you can use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect against power failures.
CAUTION: Avoid UPS types that use ferro-resonant technology. These UPS types can become
unstable with systems such as the IBM c-type Series, triggered by substantial current draw
fluctuations due to fluctuating data traffic patterns.
• Ensure that electrical circuits are sized according to local and national codes. For North America, the
650 W power supplies require a 15 A circuit. If you are using a 200 or 240 VAC power source in North
America, the circuit must be protected by a two-pole circuit breaker.
CAUTION: To prevent loss of input power, ensure that the total maximum loads on the circuits
supplying power to the switch are within the electrical current ratings for circuit for wiring and
breakers.
• As you install and configure the switch, record the information listed in the Site Planning and
Maintenance Records section.
Unpacking and Inspecting the Switch
CAUTION: When handling switch components, wear an ESD strap and handle modules using only
the carrier edges.
Tip: Retain the shipping container in case the chassis has to be shipped in the future.
Note: The switch is thoroughly inspected before shipment. If any damage occurs during transportation, or
if any item is missing, contact your customer representative immediately. If you purchased Cisco support
through a Cisco reseller, contact the reseller directly. If you purchased support directly from Cisco,
contact Cisco Technical Support.
To inspect the shipment, follow these steps:
1. Compare the shipment to the equipment list provided by your customer service representative and
verify that you have received all items, including the following:
• Grounding lug kit
• Rack-mount kit
• ESD wrist strap
• Cables and connectors
• Optional items, if any, ordered
2. 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
3. Check if all the power supplies and the fan trays have the expected direction of airflow. Port-side
intake airflow modules have a red coloring, and port-side exhaust airflow modules have blue coloring.
For more information, see the Power Supplies and Fan Modules sections.
NEBS Compliance
In case of port-side intake airflow, the chassis is not Network Equipment-Building System (NEBS)
compliant by default. To be NEBS compliant, install the NEBS kit by performing these steps:
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