Cisco MDS 9700 Series Instruction Manual

Installing the Cisco MDS 9700 Series Switches
This chapter describes how to install the Cisco MDS 9700 Series Multilayer Director switches and its
components. This chapter includes the following topics:
•Preparing for Installation, on page 1
•Attaching Bottom-Support Rails to a Two-Post Rack, on page 5
•Attaching Bottom-Support Rails to a Four-Post Rack, on page 6
•System Grounding, on page 25
Preparing for Installation
Before you install, operate, or service the system, read the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information
for the Cisco MDS 9000 Family for important safety information.
Note
This warning symbol indicates danger. You are in a situation that could cause physical 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 warning to locate
its translation in the translated safety warnings that accompanied this device. Statement 1071
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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
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A readily accessible two-poled disconnect device must be incorporated in the fixed wiring. Statement 1022
Warning
This section provides the following topics:
Unpacking and Inspecting the Switch
Before you install a new chassis, you need to unpack and inspect it to be sure that you have all the items that
you have ordered and verify that the switch was not damaged during the shipment. If anything is damaged or
missing, contact your customer representative immediately.
We recommend that you use a mechanical lift when the chassis is being moved or lifted. Fully loaded, Cisco
MDS 9706 chassis can weigh up to 325 lb (147.5 kg), Cisco MDS 9710 chassis can weigh up to 449.5 lb
(203.8 kg), and Cisco MDS 9718 chassis can weigh up to 923 lb (419 kg).
Caution
When handling switch components, wear an ESD strap and handle modules by the carrier edges only. An
ESD socket is provided on the chassis. For the ESD socket to be effective, the chassis must be grounded either
through the power cable, the chassis ground, or metal-to-metal contact with a grounded rack.
Caution
Keep the shipping container for use when moving or shipping the chassis in the future. The shipping carton
can be flattened and stored with the pallet.
Tip
If you purchased this product through a Cisco reseller, contact the reseller directly for technical support. If
you purchased this product directly from Cisco Systems, contact Cisco Technical Support at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/support/tsd_cisco_worldwide_contacts.html.
Note
The switch is thoroughly inspected before shipment. If any damage occurred during transportation or any
items are missing, contact your customer service representative immediately.
Note
To inspect the shipment, follow these steps:
Step 1 Compare the shipment to the equipment list provided by your customer service representative and ensure that you have
received all items, including the following:
• 1 or 2 supervisor modules
• 1 to 4, 8, or 16 switching modules depending on the Cisco MDS 9700 Series switch
• Up to six crossbar fabric switching modules
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Unpacking and Inspecting the Switch

• 3 fan modules
• 1 to 4, 8, or 16 power supplies depending on the Cisco MDS 9700 Series switch
• Grounding lug kit
• Mounting kit
• ESD wrist strap
• Cables and connectors
• Cable management frames
• Left and right side frames
• Top frame
• M4 x 12 mm flat-head Phillips screws (12)
• Front door (1)
• M3X8 mm pan-head screws (2)
• Front door kit optional
Step 2 Check for damage and report any discrepancies or damage to your customer service representative. Keep 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
Required Equipments
You need the following items before beginning the installation:
• Number 1 and number 2 Phillips screwdrivers with torque capability
• 3/16-inch flat-blade screwdriver
• Tape measure and level
• ESD wrist strap or other grounding device
• Antistatic mat or antistatic foam
• Torque wrench and socket for the DC power supply lug nuts
• In addition to the grounding items provided in the accessory kit, you need the following items:
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Required Equipments

• Grounding cable (6 AWG recommended), sized according to local and national installation
requirements; the required length depends on the proximity of the Cisco MDS 9700 Series switch
to proper grounding facilities.
• Crimping tool large enough to accommodate girth of the DC lug
• Wire-stripping tool
For the Cisco MDS 9700 Series, you need a mechanical lift to handle the weight of the fully-loaded chassis.
Installation Guidelines
Follow these guidelines when installing a Cisco MDS 9700 Series chassis.
• Plan your site configuration and prepare the site before installing the chassis. We recommend that you
use the site planning tasks listed in Appendix 8, “Site Planning and Maintenance Records.”
• Ensure that there is adequate space around the switch to allow for servicing the switch and for adequate
air flow. Air flow requirements are listed in Appendix 6, “Technical Specifications” .
•Ensure that the air-conditioning meets the heat dissipation requirements listed in Appendix 6, “Technical
Specifications.”
• Ensure that the rack meets the requirements listed in Appendix 2, “Rack Requirements.”
•Ensure that the site power meets the power requirements listed in Appendix 6, “Technical Specifications.”
You can use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect against power failures.
Avoid UPS types that use ferroresonant technology. These UPS types can become
unstable with systems such as the Cisco MDS 9000 Family, which can have
substantial current draw fluctuations because of fluctuating data traffic patterns.
Caution
• Ensure that circuits are sized according to local and national codes. For North America:
• The 3000-W AC power supplies require a 20-A circuit.
If you are using 200/240 VAC power sources in North America, the circuits must be protected by
two-pole circuit breakers.
To prevent loss of input power, ensure that the total maximum loads on the circuits
supplying power are within the current ratings of the wiring and breakers.
Caution
• Record your installation and configuration information as you work. See Appendix 8, “Site Planning
and Maintenance Records.”
• Use the following screw torques when installing the switch:
• Captive screws: 4 in-lb
• M3 screws: 4 in-lb
• M4 screws: 12 in-lb
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Installation Guidelines

• M6 screws: 20 in-lb
• 12-24 screws: 30 in-lb
• 10-20 screws: 22 in-lb
Attaching Bottom-Support Rails to a Two-Post Rack
The bottom-support rails support the weight of the switch chassis in the rack or cabinet. To maximize the
stability of the rack, you must attach these rails at the lowest possible rack unit (RU).
To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to
ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:
• This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack.
• When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to the top with the
heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.
• If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before mounting or servicing the
unit in the rack.
Note
Before you begin
Before you can install the bottom support rails for the chassis, you must do the following:
• Verify that a two-post rack is installed and secured to the concrete sub floor (see “Installing a Rack or
Cabinet”).
• If any other devices are stored in the rack or cabinet, verify that they are located below where you plan
to install the switch. Also, verify that lighter devices in the same rack are located above where you plan
to install this switch.
• Verify that the two-post bottom-support rails kit was ordered and shipped with the chassis.
Statement 1006
Step 1 Position one of the two bottom-support rails at the lowest possible RU in the rack or cabinet. Be sure there is at least 9
RU of vertical space above the rails to install the chassis.
Step 2 Use a manual Phillips torque screwdriver to attach the bottom-support rail to the rack using four M6 x 19 mm or 12-24
x 3/4 inch screws and tighten each screw to 40 in. lbs (4.5 N.m) of torque.
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Attaching Bottom-Support Rails to a Two-Post Rack

Figure 1: Attaching Bottom-Support Rails to a Rack
Adjustable bottom-support rails1
M6 x 19 mm (or 12-24 x 3/4 in.) Phillips screws 3(6 to 8
per rail)
2
Step 3 Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to attach the other bottom-support rail to the rack.
Make sure that the two bottom-support rails are level with one another. If they are not level, adjust the higher
rail down to the level of the lower rail.
Note
When the bottom-support rails are installed at the lowest possible RU and are level, you are ready to install the chassis
in the rack or cabinet.
Attaching Bottom-Support Rails to a Four-Post Rack
The bottom-support rails support the weight of the switch chassis in the rack or cabinet. To maximize the
stability of the rack, you must attach these rails at the lowest possible rack unit (RU).
To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to
ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:
• This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack.
• When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to the top with the
heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.
• If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before mounting or servicing the
unit in the rack.
Statement 1006
Note
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Attaching Bottom-Support Rails to a Four-Post Rack

Before you begin
Before you can install the bottom support rails for the chassis, you must do the following:
• Verify that a four-post rack or cabinet is installed and secured to the concrete subfloor (see “Rack and
Cabinet Requirements”).
• If any other devices are stored in the rack or cabinet, verify that they are located below where you plan
to install the switch. Also, verify that lighter devices in the same rack are located above where you plan
to install this switch.
• Verify that the bottom-support rails kit is included in the switch accessory kit (Unpack and inspect the
chassis shipment for completeness and damage).
Step 1 Position one of the two adjustable bottom-support rails at the lowest possible RU in the rack or cabinet and adjust the
length of the rail so that it stretches from the outer edges of the front and rear vertical mounting rails. Be sure there is at
least 9 RU of vertical space above the rails to install the chassis.
You can expand the rail so that its mounting brackets are spaced between 24 to 32 inches (61.0 to 81.3 cm).
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Attaching Bottom-Support Rails to a Four-Post Rack

Figure 2: Positioning Bottom-Support Rail - Cisco MDS 9710 Chassis
Position two bottom-support rails at the lowest RU on the
rack.
1
Allow at least 24.5 inches (62.2 cm) (14 RU) for each
chassis.
2
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Figure 3: Positioning Bottom-Support Rail - Cisco MDS 9718 Chassis
Position two bottom-support rails at the lowest RU on the
rack.
1
Allow at least 45.5 inches (115.6 cm) (26 RU) for each
chassis.
2
Step 2 Use a manual Phillips torque screwdriver to attach the bottom-support rail to the rack using at least three or four M6 x
19 mm or 12-24 x 3/4 inch screws for each end of the rail (using a total of 6 to 8 screws for the rail as shown Figure 3-4)
and tighten each screw to 40 in. lbs (4.5 N.m) of torque.
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Figure 4: Attaching Bottom-Support Rails to a Rack - Cisco MDS 9710 Chassis
Adjustable bottom-support rails (2)1
M6 x 19 mm (or 12-24 x 3/4 in.) Phillips screws (6 to 8 per
rail).
2
Figure 5: Attaching Bottom-Support Rails to a Rack - Cisco MDS 9718 Chassis
M6 x 19 mm (or 12-24 x 3/4 in.) Phillips screws (8 per rail)1
Adjustable bottom-support rails (2)2
At least three of the screw holes on each end of the bottom-support rail align to the mounting rail. Use at
least three screws (four if possible) on each end of each bottom support rail.
Note
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