Brocade BigIron RX Series Hardware Reference Manual - Manual (Page 55)

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Installing a BigIron RX-16 switch
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Final steps
Follow the steps listed below to complete the installation:
• “Attaching a management station”
• “Powering-on the power source”
• “Verifying proper operation”
Installing a BigIron RX-16 switch
This section describes the following tasks:
• “Preparing the installation site”
• “Unpacking a BigIron RX-16 switch”
• “Chassis lifting guidelines for BigIron RX-16 switches”
• “Installing a BigIron RX-16 chassis in a rack”
• “Installing BigIron RX-16 modules”
• “Installing power supplies in a BigIron RX-16 chassis”
• “Connecting AC power to a BigIron RX-16 chassis”
• “Connecting DC power to a BigIron RX-16 chassis”
• “Final steps”
Preparing the installation site
Cabling infrastructure
Ensure that the proper cabling is installed in the site.
For information on cabling, refer to “Installing power supplies in a BigIron RX-16 chassis” on
page 50, “Attaching a management station” on page 54, and “Connecting a BigIron RX Series
switch” on page 71.
Installation location
Before installing the switch, plan its location and orientation relative to other devices and
equipment. For cooling purposes, allow a minimum of six inches of space between the sides, front,
and the back of the chassis and walls or other obstructions. If a chassis is installed within a
perforated enclosure, the perforations must have openings on at least 60 percent of the surface.
If you will be using a mechanical lift to move and install the chassis, make sure you allow enough
working room.
Unpacking a BigIron RX-16 switch
The BigIron RX-16 switch ships with several items. Review the list below, and verify the contents. If
any items are missing, contact the place of purchase: