Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Manual

Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Switches Hardware Installation Guide
First Published: 2017-09-20
Last Modified: 2019-07-29
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CONTENTS
Safety Warnings 1
CHAPTER 1
Product Overview 5
CHAPTER 2
Switch Models 5
Catalyst 9404R Switch 5
Catalyst 9407R Switch 8
Catalyst 9410R Switch 12
Fan Tray Assembly 16
Fan Tray Assembly Overview 16
Operation 18
High Availability 18
Thresholds, Alarms, and Abnormal Acoustic Conditions 18
Power Supply Module 19
Power Supply Module Overview 19
Power Supply Modes 23
Power Supply Module Installation Considerations 24
Preparing for Installation 27
CHAPTER 3
Site Requirements 27
Temperature 28
Air Flow 28
Humidity 30
Altitude 30
Dust and Particles 30
Corrosion 31
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EMI and Radio Frequency Interference 31
Shock and Vibration 32
Power Source Interruptions 32
System Grounding 33
Maintaining Safety with Electricity 34
Preventing ESD Damage 35
Power Requirements 36
Power Connection Guidelines for AC-Powered Systems 36
Power Connection Guidelines for DC-Powered Systems 37
Cabling Requirements 41
Rack-Mounting Guidelines 41
Site Preparation Checklist 43
Standard Accessory Kit Contents 45
CHAPTER 4
Installing the Switch 47
CHAPTER 5
Installation Tasks 47
Unpacking the Switch 49
Install the Switch as Shipped 50
Rack-Mounting the Chassis as Shipped 50
Install the Switch with Shelf Brackets 53
Shelf Kit Contents 53
Installing the Shelf Kit L Brackets 54
Installing the Shelf Brackets 57
Rack-Mounting the Chassis 59
Installing the Cable Guide 65
Installing the Cable Guide With Shelf Brackets 65
Installing the Cable Guide Without Shelf Brackets 68
Install the Switch in a NEBS-Compliant Mode 70
NEBS-Compliant Air Filter 70
Rack-Mounting the Chassis in a NEBS-Compliant Mode 71
Establishing System Ground 79
Attaching an ESD Strap 81
Verifying the Switch Chassis Installation 84
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Removing and Replacing FRUs 85
CHAPTER 6
Removing and Installing a Fan Tray 85
Enabling the Service Mode Before Removing a Fan Tray 86
Removing a Fan Tray from the Front 86
Installing a Fan Tray from the Front 90
Removing a Fan Tray from the Rear 91
Installing a Fan Tray from the Rear 94
Verifying Fan Tray Installation 95
Removing and Installing a Power Supply Module 96
Removing and Installing an AC-Input Power Supply Module 98
Removing an AC-Input Power Supply Module 98
Installing an AC-Input Power Supply Module 102
Power Cord Retainer Mechanism 105
Removing and Installing a DC-Input Power Supply Module 110
Required Tools and Equipment 110
Removing a DC-Input Power Supply Module 111
Installing a DC-Input Power Supply Module 117
Removing and Installing a Power Supply Blank 125
Verifying the Power Supply Module Installation 127
Troubleshooting 129
CHAPTER 7
About this Section 129
System Boot Verification 129
Using LEDs to Identify Startup Problems 130
System Messages 131
Troubleshooting with Software 131
Troubleshooting a Power Supply Module 132
Useful Cisco IOS Commands - Power Supply 132
Troubleshooting an AC-Input Power Supply 132
Troubleshooting a DC-Input Power Supply 133
Restoring the Default Mode of the Power Button for a DC Power Supply Module 134
Troubleshooting the Fan Tray Assembly 135
Useful Cisco IOS Commands - Fan Tray Assembly 137
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Troubleshooting High Temperature Alarms 137
Troubleshooting the Switching Module 138
Useful Cisco IOS Commands - Switching Modules 138
Troubleshooting Supervisor Modules 138
Supervisor Module LEDs 138
Standby Supervisor Engine Problems 138
Switch Self Reset 139
Cannot Connect to a Switch Through the Console Port 139
Boot Problems 142
Contacting the Cisco Technical Assistance Center 142
Specifications 143
CHAPTER 8
Chassis Specifications 143
Catalyst 9404R Switch Chassis Specifications 143
Catalyst 9407R Switch Chassis Specifications 145
Catalyst 9410R Switch Chassis Specifications 147
Power Supply Specifications 148
2100-W AC-Input Power Supply Specifications 148
2100-W Power Supply Module AC Power Cords 150
3200-W AC-Input Power Supply Specifications 152
3200-W Power Supply Module AC Power Cords 154
3200-W DC-Input Power Supply Specifications 156
Chassis and Module Power and Heat Values 157
Weight Specifications 158
LEDs 161
CHAPTER 9
Fan Tray LEDs 161
Power Supply LEDs 162
Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Switching Module LEDs 163
Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Supervisor Module LEDs 164
Initial Configuration for the Switch 167
CHAPTER 10
Options for Initial Configuration 167
Configuring the Switch Using the Web User Interface 167
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Configuring the Switch Using the CLI 168
Starting the Terminal-Emulation Software 168
Connecting to a Power Source 168
Connecting the RJ-45 Console Port 169
Connecting the USB Console Port 169
IP Settings 170
Performing the Initial Configuration 170
Configuring the Switch in the ROMMON Mode 173
Installing and Uninstalling the USB Driver 174
Installing the Cisco Microsoft Windows USB Device Driver 174
Installing the Cisco Microsoft Windows 7 USB Driver 174
Uninstalling the Cisco Microsoft Windows USB Driver 174
Uninstalling the Cisco Microsoft Windows 7 USB Driver 174
Related Documentation 177
CHAPTER 11
Analysis of Cabling Requirements for IEEE 802.3bt Type 4 Devices 179
APPENDIX A
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CHAPTER 1
Safety Warnings
Safety warnings appear throughout this publication in procedures that may harm you if you perform them
incorrectly. A warning symbol precedes each warning statement. The warnings below are general warnings
that are applicable to the entire publication.
Power Cable and AC Adapter - When installing the product, please use the provided or designated connection
cables/power cables/AC adaptors.Using any other cables/adaptors could cause a malfunction or a fire. Electrical
Appliance and Material Safety Law prohibits the use of UL-certified cables (that have the "UL or CSA" shown
on the code) for any other electrical devices than products designated by CISCO. The use of cables that are
certified by Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law (that have "PSE" shown on the code) is not limited
to CISCO-designated products. Statement 371
Warning
Read the installation instructions before using, installing or connecting the system to the power source.
Statement 1004
Warning
Class 1 laser product. Statement 1008
Warning
This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area can be accessed only
through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or other means of security. Statement 1017
Warning
Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Statement
1030
Warning
Hazardous voltage or energy is present on the backplane when the system is operating. Use caution when
servicing. Statement 1034
Warning
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Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. Statement
1040
Warning
Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from disconnected fibers or connectors. Do not stare into beams or
view directly with optical instruments. Statement 1051
Warning
Class 1M laser radiation when open. Do not view directly with optical instruments. Statement 1053
Warning
Class I (CDRH) and Class 1M (IEC) laser products. Statement 1055
Warning
Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from the end of the unterminated fiber cable or connector. Do not
view directly with optical instruments. Viewing the laser output with certain optical instruments (for example,
eye loupes, magnifiers, and microscopes) within a distance of 100 mm may pose an eye hazard. Statement
1056
Warning
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you
work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with
standard practices for preventing accidents. Use the statement number provided at the end of each
warningto locate itstranslation in the translated safety warningsthat accompanied thisdevice. Statement
1071
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Warning
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CHAPTER 2
Product Overview
•Switch Models, on page 5
•Fan Tray Assembly, on page 16
•Power Supply Module, on page 19
Switch Models
The following sections provide detailed information about the available switch models:
Catalyst 9404R Switch
The Catalyst 9404R Switch is a four-slot modular chassis, with two redundant supervisor module slots, two
switching module slots with up to 96 front panel ports, one nonredundant fan tray assembly, and has a provision
to accommodate up to four power supply modules.
Front View of the Catalyst 9404R Switch
The figure shows a front view of the chassis, with the major components identified:
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Switching module slots (1,and 4)5Chassis handholds1
Chassis Radio Frequency ID (RFID)6Power supply modules2
Chassis model number7Fan tray assembly3
System ground8Supervisor module slots (2 and 3)4
Rear View of the Catalyst 9404R Switch
The figure shows a rear view of the chassis, with the major components identified:
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Catalyst 9404R Switch

Blue beacon LED on the rear panel of the fan tray (always
matches the blue beacon on the front panel of the fan tray)
2Access to remove fan tray from the rear1
Table 1: Catalyst 9404R Switch Features
DescriptionFeature
Chassis model number (add = for spare)—Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 4 Slot Chassis(C9404R)Product ID
Has four horizontal slots. Slots are numbered 1 (left) to 4 (right).Chassis
Supports 1+1 supervisor module redundancy for integrated resiliency. Supported model numbers (add = for
spare):
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Supervisor 1 Module (C9400-SUP-1)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Supervisor 1XL Module ( C9400-SUP-1XL)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Supervisor 1XL-Y 25G Module (C9400-SUP-1XL-Y)
Supervisor modules:
• Must be installed in slots numbered 2 and 3 only.
• Have minimum software release version requirements. Refer to your software release notes for this
information.
See Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Supervisor Module Installation Note.
Supervisor
modules
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Catalyst 9404R Switch

DescriptionFeature
Accommodates two line cards. Supported model numbers (add = for spare):
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port UPOE 10/100/1000 Module (C9400-LC-48U)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port 10/100/1000 Module (C9400-LC-48T)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 24-Port SFP/SFP+ Module (C9400-LC-24XS)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port UPOE Multigigabit Module (C9400-LC-48UX)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port SFP Module (C9400-LC-48S)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 24-Port SFP Module (C9400-LC-24S)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet POE/POE+ Module (C9400-LC-48P)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet UPOE+ 10/100/1000 Module (C9400-LC-48H)
See Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Switching Module Installation Note.
Switching
modules
The switch supports a single front and rear serviceable and hot-swappable fan tray with 8 fans.
Supported model number (add = for spare)—C9404-FAN
See Fan Tray Assembly Overview, on page 16 and Fan Tray LEDs, on page 161.
Fan tray assembly
The chassis supports up to four field-replaceable AC-input and DC-input power supply modules. Supported
model numbers (add = for spare):
• C9400-PWR-2100AC
• C9400-PWR-3200AC
• C9400-PWR-3200DC
See Power Supply Module Overview, on page 19 and Power Supply LEDs, on page 162.
Power supplies
240 Gbps backplane bandwidth for each payload module slot, with the C9400-SUP-1XL or the
C9400-SUP-1XL-Y supervisor modules. With the C9400-SUP-1 supervisor module, the backplane bandwidth
is 80Gbps.
Backplane
The chassis has a built-in, front-facing, passive RFID tag that uses Ultra High Frequency (UHF) RFID technology
and requires an RFID reader with compatible software. It provides auto-identification capabilities for asset
management and tracking. The RFID tags are compatible with the Generation 2 GS1 EPC Global Standard and
are ISO 18000-6C compliant. They operate in the 860MHz to 960 MHz UHF band. For more information, see
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID on Cisco Catalyst 9000 Family Switches).
RFID Tag
Catalyst 9407R Switch
The Catalyst 9407R Switch is a seven-slot modular chassis, with two redundant supervisor module slots, five
switching module slots with up to 240 front panel ports, one non-redundant fan tray assembly, and a provision
to accommodate up to eight power supply modules.
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Catalyst 9407R Switch

Front View of the Catalyst 9407R Switch
The figure shows a front view of the chassis, with the major components identified:
Supervisor module slots (3 and 4)5Chassis handholds1
Chassis Radio Frequency ID (RFID)6Power supply modules2
System ground7Switching module slots (1,2, 5,6, and 7)3
Chassis model number8Fan tray assembly4
Rear View of the Catalyst 9407R Switch
The figure shows a rear view of the chassis, with the major components identified:
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Catalyst 9407R Switch

Blue beacon LED on the rear panel of the fan
tray (always matches the blue beacon on the
front panel of the fan tray)
2Access to remove fan tray from the rear1
Table 2: Catalyst 9407R Switch Features
DescriptionFeature
Chassis model number (add = for spare)—Cisco
Catalyst 9400 Series 7 Slot Chassis(C9407R)
Product ID
Has seven horizontal slots. Slots are numbered 1 (top)
to 7 (bottom)
Chassis
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Catalyst 9407R Switch

DescriptionFeature
Supports 1+1 supervisor module redundancy for
integrated resiliency. Supported model numbers (add
= for spare):
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Supervisor 1 Module
(C9400-SUP-1)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Supervisor 1XL
Module ( C9400-SUP-1XL)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Supervisor 1XL-Y
25G Module (C9400-SUP-1XL-Y)
Supervisor modules:
•Must be installed in slots numbered 3 and 4 only.
• Have minimum software release version
requirements. Refer to your software release
notes for this information.
See Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Supervisor Module
Installation Note
Supervisor modules
Accomodates five line cards. Supported model
numbers (add = for spare):
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port UPOE
10/100/1000 Module (C9400-LC-48U)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port 10/100/1000
Module (C9400-LC-48T)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 24-Port SFP/SFP+
Module (C9400-LC-24XS)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port UPOE
Multigigabit Module (C9400-LC-48UX)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port SFP Module
(C9400-LC-48S)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 24-Port SFP Module
(C9400-LC-24S)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port Gigabit
Ethernet POE/POE+ Module (C9400-LC-48P)
• Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port Gigabit
Ethernet UPOE+ 10/100/1000 Module
(C9400-LC-48H)
See Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Switching Module
Installation Note
Switching modules
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Catalyst 9407R Switch

DescriptionFeature
The switch supports a single front and rear serviceable
and hot-swappable fan tray with 12 fans.
Supported model number (add = for
spare)—C9407-FAN
See Fan Tray Assembly Overview, on page 16 and
Fan Tray LEDs, on page 161
Fan tray assembly
The chassis supports up to four field-replaceable
AC-input and DC-input power supply modules.
Supported model numbers (add = for spare):
• C9400-PWR-2100AC
• C9400-PWR-3200AC
• C9400-PWR-3200DC
See Power Supply Module Overview, on page 19 and
Power Supply LEDs, on page 162
Power supplies
120 Gbps backplane bandwidth for each payload
module slot with the C9400-SUP-1XL or the
C9400-SUP-1XL-Y Supervisor modules. With the
C9400-SUP-1 Supervisor module, the backplane
bandwidth is 80Gbps.
Each line card slot supports up to 32 channels
connected to each supervisor module slot.
Backplane
The chassis has a built-in, front-facing, passive RFID
tag that uses Ultra High Frequency (UHF) RFID
technology and requires an RFID reader with
compatible software. It provides auto-identification
capabilities for asset management and tracking. The
RFID tags are compatible with the Generation 2 GS1
EPC Global Standard and are ISO 18000-6C
compliant. They operate in the 860-MHz to 960-MHz
UHF band. For more information, see Radio
Frequency Identification (RFID on Cisco Catalyst
9000 Family Switches).
RFID Tag
Catalyst 9410R Switch
The Catalyst 9410R Switch is a ten-slot modular chassis, with two redundant supervisor module slots, eight
switching module slots with up to 384 1-Gigabit Ethernet front panel ports, one non-redundant fan tray
assembly, and a provision to accommodate up to eight power supply modules.
Front View of the Catalyst 9410R Switch
The figure shows a front view of the chassis, with the major components identified:
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Catalyst 9410R Switch

Supervisor module slots (5 and 6)5Chassis handholds1
Chassis Radio Frequency ID (RFID)6Power supply modules2
System ground7Switching module slots (1,2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9 and 10)3
Chassis model number8Fan tray assembly4
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Catalyst 9410R Switch

Rear View of the Catalyst 9410R Switch
The figure shows a rear view of the chassis, with the major components identified:
Blue beacon LED on the rear of the fan tray (always
matches the blue beacon on the front of the fan tray)
2Access to remove fan tray from the rear1
Table 3: Catalyst 9410R Switch Features
DescriptionFeature
Chassis model number (add = for spare)—Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 10 Slot Chassis(C9410R)Product ID
Has ten horizontal slots. Slots are numbered 1 (top) to 10 (bottom)Chassis
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Catalyst 9410R Switch