Force S4810P Instruction Manual

®
Installing the S4810P System
101-00382-02 June 16, 2011

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Preface
About this Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Information symbols and warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Related publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Chapter 1
The S4810 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Orderable S4810 components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
System status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
LED displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Chapter 2
Site Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Site selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cabinet placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Rack mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Fans and airflow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Storing components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Chapter 3
Install the S4810. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Install the S4810 chassis in a rack or cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Attach mounting brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Install chassis into rack or cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Attach ground cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Install the SFP+ and QSFP+ optics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Remove the SFP+ and QSFP+ optics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Connect stacking ports (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Table of Contents

4 Table of Contents
Important Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Connect two S4810 chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Connect three S4810 chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Supply power and power up the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Power up sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
AC power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Hot-swap units in a stack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Chapter 4
Power Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Install an AC power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Replace an AC power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Chapter 5
Fans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Install a fan module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Replace a fan module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Chapter 6
Access the console ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Access the RJ-45 console port (RS-232) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Access the RJ-45 console port with a DB-9 adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Chapter 7
S4810 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Chassis Physical Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Environmental Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
AC Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
IEEE Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Agency Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Safety Standards and Compliance Agency Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Product Recycling and Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Chapter 8
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
The iSupport website . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Accessing iSupport services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Contacting the Technical Assistance Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

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Requesting a hardware replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

6 Table of Contents

Installing the S4810 System 7
This guide provides site preparation recommendations, step-by-step procedures for rack mounting and
desk mounting, inserting optional modules, and connecting to a power source.
After you have completed the hardware installation and power-up of the S4810, refer to the FTOS
Configuration Guide for the S4810 for software configuration information and the FTOS Command
Reference for the S4810 for Command Line Interface (CLI) information.
Information symbols and warnings
The following graphic symbols are used in this document to bring attention to hazards that exist when
handling the S4810 and its components. Please read these alerts and heed their warnings and cautions.
Table 1 describes symbols contained in this guide.
Preface About this Guide
Note: The S4810 requires FTOS version 8.3.7.0, stacking requires FTOS version 8.3.7.1. Refer to the
S4810 Release Notes for information on upgrading the system, if necessary. Contact Force10 Networks
Technical Support with any questions regarding FTOS versions and upgrades.
Caution: Wear grounding wrist straps when handling this equipment to avoid ESD damage.
Danger: The installation of this equipment shall be performed by trained and qualified personnel only.
Read this guide before installing and powering up this equipment. This equipment contains two power
cords. Disconnect both power cords before servicing.
Danger: This equipment contains optical transceivers, which comply with the limits of Class 1 laser
radiation.
Danger: Visible and invisible laser radiation may be emitted from the aperture of the optical transceiver
ports when no cable is connected. Avoid exposure to laser radiation and do not stare into open apertures.

8 About this Guide
Related publications
For more information about the S4810, refer to the following documents:
• FTOS Configuration Guide for the S4810 system
• FTOS Command Reference for the S4810 system
•FTOS Release Notes for the S4810 system
Table 1 Information Symbols
Symbol Warning Description
Danger This symbol warns that improper handling and installation could result in bodily
injury. Before you begin work on this equipment, be aware of hazards involving
electrical circuitry, networking environments, and instigate accident prevention
procedures.
Caution This symbol informs you that improper handling and installation could result in
equipment damage or loss of data.
Warning This symbol informs you that improper handling may reduce your component or
system performance.
Note This symbol informs you of important operational information.
ESD
Warning
This symbol identifies that Electrostatic precautions should be taken when handling
the device.
Note: For the most recent documentation and software, please visit iSupport (registration for access to
some sections is required):
https://www.force10networks.com/CSPortal20/Main/SupportMain.aspx

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Introduction
The Force10 Networks’S4810 platform has 640Gbps switching bandwidth. It supports forty-eight 10GbE
SFP+ ports, four 40GbE QSFP+ ports and two power supplies for redundancy. The S4810 includes an
RS-232 console port and a management port for system access. The S4810’s PSU (Power Supply Unit)
side (Figure 1) contains the Power Supply Unit (PSU), and fan modules. As shown in Figure 2, the
S4810’s I/O (Input/Output) side contains the 48 1G/10G SFP+ auto-sensing ports, four 40G QSPFP ports,
and management portsand stacking identification.
Figure 1 The S4810 PSU side
Figure 2 The S4810 I/O
Chapter 1 The S4810 System
Note: The SFP+ ports are labeled 0-47. When cabling these ports, be sure not to interfere with the airflow
from the small vent holes above and below the ports.
PSU0
PSU1
Power Supply (PSU0) Power Supply (PSU1)
Fan Module 0 Fan Module 1
Mounting Bracket Mounting Bracket
Grounding
Screw
1G/10G SFP+ Ports
RS-232/RJ-45
Console Port
System
LEDs
Management
(Ethernet) Port
40GE QSFP+
Ports

10 The S4810 System
Orderable S4810 components
The S4810 can be ordered in several different configurations. Optional modules and optics are ordered
separately.
Table 2 Supported Hardware Compinents
Hardware Catalog Number
48 port 10G SFP+ ports with 4 QSFP+ 40G ports S4810P
48 port 10G SFP+ ports with 4 QSFP+ 40G ports, 1 AC power supply and 2 fan
subsystems (airflow from I/O side to power supply side) S4810P-AC
48 port 10G SFP+ ports with 4 QSFP+ 40G ports, 1 AC power supply and 2 fan
subsystems (airflow from power supply side to I/O side) S4810P-AC-R
S4810 Series – Fan with airflow from I/O side to PSU side S4810P-FAN
S4810 Series – Fan with airflow from PSU side to I/O side S4810P-FAN-R
S4810 Series – AC Power supply with airflow from I/O side to PSU side S4810P-PWR-AC
S4810 Series – AC Power supply with airflow from PSU sideto I/O side S4810P-PWR-AC-R

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Table 3 Supported optics
To successfully install the S4810, ensure that you have the following:
• S4810 chassis (or multiple chassis, if stacking)
• At least one grounded AC power source per chassis
• Cable to connect the AC power source to the chassis (US power cables included)
• Mounting brackets for rack installation (included)
• Screws for rack installation and #1#2 Phillips screwdrivers (not supplied)
• Ground cable (not supplied)
• Ground cable screws (included)
• Copper/fiber cables
Other optional components are:
• Additional Power Supply Unit
• Additional Fan module
Optic Size Optic Type Reach (Meters) Catalog Number
40 Gig
QSFP+ 100 M (with OM3 fiber)
150 M (with OM4 fiber)
GP-QSFP-40GE-1SR
Active Fiber Direct attach cable 10 M
50 M
CBL-QSFP-40GE-10M
CBL-QSFP-40GE-50M
Passive Copper Direct attach cable 1 M
5M
CBL-QSFP-40GE-PASS-1M
CBL-QSFP-40GE-PASS-5M
10 Gig
SFP+ SR 300 M GP-10GSFP-1S
SFP+ LR 10K M GP-10GSPF-1L
SFP+ Direct attach cable .5 M
1 M
5 M
7M
10 M
CBL-10GSFP-DAC-0.5M
CBL-10GSFP-DAC-1M
CBL-10GSFP-DAC-5M
CBL-10GSFP-DAC-7M
CBL-10GSFP-DAC-10M
1 Gig
SFP SR 550 M GP-SFP2-1S
SFP LR 10K M GP-SFP2-1Y
Copper SFP 100 M GP-SFP2-1T
QSFP+
Breakout
Cable
40GE QSFP+ to 4 SFP+ optical
cable
5 M CBL-QSFP-4x10GSFP-5M
SFP 40GE QSFP+ to 4 SFP+
passive breakout cable
5 M CBL-QSFP-4x10GSFP-PASS-5M

12 The S4810 System
Features
The S4810 offers the following:
• S4810 CPU and switch processor
• Up to 3 stacked units
• Stackable switch features
• Hot swappable redundant power supply
• 19-inch rack-mountable
• Standard 1U chassis height
• Up to 128K MAC address entries supported with hardware assisted aging
• Supports 12K jumbo frames
Ports
• External Serial RS-232 port (RJ45 type)
• 48 10Gbps SFP+ ports for 1G/10G transceiver
• Four 40Gbps QSFP+ ports for 40G transceiver
System status
S4810 status information is viewed in several ways, including LEDs and boot menu options. Status
information is also seen through the CLI show commands and with SNMP traps. For details on those
options, see the FTOS Command Reference for the S4810 and the FTOS Configuration Guide for the
S4810.
LED displays
As shown in Figure 2, the S4810 includes LED displays on the I/O side of the chassis. When the S4810
powers up,or reloads, the PSU LED is solid yellow.

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The system LEDs are :
• System status (SYS)
• Stack Master indicator (MASTER)
• Fan status (FAN)
• Power status (PSU)
Additionally, the PSUsand the fans have LEDs that indicate their individual status.
• Power Supply unit status
• Fan Tray status
• System
Table 4 System LED displays
Label LED Color/Display Description
System status
Located on I/O panel
Off
Green blinking
Green solid
Red solid
Red blinking
No power
Booting, or system in diagnostic mode
Normal operation
Critical alarm
non-critical alarm
Stack Master Indicator
Located on I/O panel
Off
Green blinking
Green solid
Unit is a stack member
Unit is the stack standby
Unit is the Stack Master
Fan status
Located on I/O panel
Green solid
Yellow solid
Fan present and working normally
Fan failed or not inserted
Power status
Located on I/O panel
Off
Green solid
Yellow blinking
No power
Normal operation
One power supply failed
Fan tray status
Located on the Fan
Green solid
Red solid
Fan tray present and working normally
Fan tray failed
Power Supply status (AC OK)
Located on the PSU
Off
Green solid
No power
Power supply present and working
SYS
MASTER
FAN
PSU

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In addition to the system LEDs, each port has status indicator LEDs, described in Table 5.
Table 5 Port LED Displays
Feature Description
QSFP+ Port LED Link LED
Green — Link up on this port, at 40G speed
Blinking Green — Activity, transmitting or receiving packet at this port.
SFP+ Port LED Link LED
Green — Link up on this port, at 10G speed
Blinking Green — Activity, transmitting or receiving packet at this port.
Management (Ethernet) Port
LEDs
Link LED (left side of each port)
Green — Link up at 1G speed
Yellow — Link up at 100M or 10M speed
Off —No link
Activity LED (right side of each port)
Blinking Green — Activity, transmitting or receiving packet at this port.
Off —No traffic

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The S4810 is suitable for installation as part of a Common Bond Network (CBN). It can be installed in
• network telecommunication facilities
• data centers
• other locations where the National Electric Code (NEC) applies
This chapter covers the following topics:
•Site selection
•Cabinet placement
•Rack mounting
•Grounding
•Fans and airflow
•Power
•Storing components
For detailed S4810 specifications, refer to Chapter 7, S4810 Specifications.
Site selection
Force10 Networks’ equipment is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access
area is one in which access can only be gained by service personnel through the use of a special tool, lock,
key or other means of security and access is controlled by the authority responsible for the location.
Make sure that the area where you install your S4810 chassis meets the following safety requirements:
• Near an adequate power source. Connect the system to the appropriate branch circuit protection as
defined by your local electrical codes.
• Environmental temperature between 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C).
• Relative humidity that does not exceed 85% non-condensing.
Chapter 2 Site Preparations
Note: Install the S4810 unit into a rack or cabinet before installing any optional components.

16 Site Preparations
• In a dry, clean, well-ventilated and temperature-controlled room, away from heat sources such as hot
air vents or direct sunlight.
• Away from sources of severe electromagnetic noise.
• Positioned in a rack or cabinet, or on a desktop with adequate space in the front, rear, and sides of the
unit for proper ventilation, and access.
Cabinet placement
The S4810 should be installed only in indoor cabinets designed for use in a controlled environment as
described in the Site Selection heading. The S4810 should not be installed in outside plant cabinets.
The cabinet must meet the following criteria:
• Minimum cabinet size and airflow are according to the EIA standard.
• Minimum of 5 inches (12.7 cm) between the intake and exhaust vents and the cabinet wall.
Rack mounting
When you prepare your equipment rack, ensure that the rack is earth ground. The equipment rack must be
grounded to the same ground point used by the power service in your area. The ground path must be
permanent.
Grounding
The S4810 is for use in a Common Bond Network. You must connect grounding cables as described in
Chapter 3, Install the S4810.
Fans and airflow
The S4810 system fans support with 2 air flow options. Be sure to order the fans suitable to support your
site’s proper ventilation. Use a single type of fan in your system. Do not mix Reverse and Normal airflows
in a single chassis.
• Normal is airflow from I/O panel to power supply
• Reversed is airflow from power supply to I/O panel
For proper ventilation, position the S4810 chassis in an equipment rack (or cabinet) with a minimum of
five inches (12.7 cm) of clearance around exhaust vents. When two S4810 systems are installed near each
other, position the two chassis at least 5 inches (12.7 cm) apart to permit proper airflow. The acceptable
ambient temperature ranges are listed in Environmental Parameters.

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The fan speed increases when the internal temperature reaches 72 degrees C, and decreases to normal
speed when the temperature falls to 58 degrees C. The switch never intentionally turns off the fans.
Use the show logging command to see the log messages. For details, see the System Logs chapters of the
FTOS Command Reference and FTOS Configuration Guide.
Power
Use the appropriate power cord with the S4810 chassis to connect the chassis to the applicable power
source. An AC power cords for use in the is included with the system.
When installing AC systems, follow the requirements of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
where applicable.
The system is powered-up as soon as the power cord is connected between the system and the power
source.
Storing components
If you do not install your system and components immediately, Force10 Networks recommends that you
properly store the S4810 and all optional components until you are ready to install them.
Follow these storage guidelines:
• Storage temperature should remain constant ranging from -4° to 158° F (-20°C to 70° C).
• Store on a dry surface or floor, away from direct sunlight, heat, and air conditioning ducts.
• Store in a dust-free environment.
Caution: Always disconnect the power cable, before the power supply slots are serviced
Caution: The power supply cord is used as the main disconnect device on the AC system; ensure that
the socket-outlet is located/installed near the equipment and is easily accessible.
Attention: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage can occur when components are mishandled. Always
wear an ESD-preventive wrist or heel ground strap when handling the S4810 and its accessories. After
you remove the original packaging, place the S4810 and its components on an antistatic surface.

18 Site Preparations

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To install the S4810 system, Force10 Networks recommends that you complete the installation procedures
in the order presented below.
Always handle the system and its components with care. Avoid dropping the S4810 switch or its field
replaceable units.
1Install the S4810 chassis in a rack or cabinet
aAttach mounting brackets
bInstall chassis into rack or cabinet
2. Attach ground cable
3. Connect stacking ports (optional)
4. Supply power and power up the system
Install the S4810 chassis in a rack or cabinet
Attach mounting brackets
The S4810 is shipped with mounting brackets (rack ears) and required screws for rack or cabinet
installation. The brackets are enclosed in a package with the chassis.
Follow these steps to attach the brackets to the chassis:
Chapter 3 Install the S4810
Attention: Always wear an ESD-preventive wrist or heel ground strap when handling the S4810 and its
components. As with all electrical devices of this type, take all the necessary safety precautions to prevent
injury when installing this system. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage can occur if components are
mishandled.
Note: Force10 recommends attaching the brackets at the PSU side. This provides the greatest weight
support for the chassis in the rack or cabinet.
Step Task
1 Take the brackets and screws out of their packaging.

20 Install the S4810
Install chassis into rack or cabinet
Ensure that there is adequate clearance surrounding the rack or within the cabinet to permit access and
airflow. Follow the steps below to install a switch into a two-post 19-inch equipment rack, using the
already attached mounting brackets.
2 Attach the brackets to the sides of the chassis at the PSU end, using four screws for each bracket.
Attach the bracket so that the “ear” faces to the PSU and the outside of the chassis.
Step Task
1 Force10 recommends that one person hold the S4810 chassis in place while another attaches the
brackets to the posts.
Step Task (Continued)
View from chassis I/O side
View of chassis PSU side
Power Supply
Screws
Screws
Connect to
Rack/Cabine
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(ears)
Connect to
Rack/Cabinet
(ears)