Install an InfiniBand Cable

1. Identify the prerequisite and subsequent service tasks you must perform in conjunction with this procedure.

   See Servicing the InfiniBand Cables.

2. Determine your next steps:

   • If you are cabling an entire switch after a replacement procedure, locate the cable for the connector 11B and go to Step 5.

   • If you are installing a replacement cable to the switch, start the procedure at Step 3.

3. Inspect the replacement InfiniBand cable.

   See Inspecting an InfiniBand Cable.

4. Bring the replacement cable to the switch.

5. Feed the cable through the cable management hardware.

6. Orient the cable connector to the CXP receptacle squarely and horizontally.

   Ensure that the upper shell just touches the underside of the top of the receptacle on the rear panel.

   
   

7. Slowly move the connector in.

   As you slide the connector in, the top of the shell should scrape against the underside of the top of the CXP receptacle.

   
   

   • If the connector stops or binds after about 1/4 in. (5 mm) travel, back out and repeat from Step 6.

   • If the connector stops or binds with about 1/8 in. (2 mm) still to go, back out and repeat Step 7.

8. Continue to push the connector in until the hooks catch onto the top of the receptacle.

9. Secure the cable into the cable management hardware.

   Close hook-and-loop fasteners at bundles and securing hard points.

10. If you are installing all cables as part of a switch replacement procedure, repeat from Step 5 for all cables, working your way from right to left.

11. Replace the cover for the cable management bracket and tighten the thumbscrews.

    
    

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