Install the Switch in the Rack

Airflow can be established with two different configurations, depending on where you choose to locate the I/O connectors (front of the switch).

To place the I/O connectors in the cold aisle (airflow from front to the rear), use Fan Module 350-1335.
To place the I/O connectors in the hot aisle (airflow from rear to the front), use Fan Module 350-1312.

Verify that the rack meets the switch specifications.
See Confirming Switch Specifications.
If installed, open the rack doors.
Assemble the front mounting brackets.
Perform Steps a-d for each bracket.
1. Slide the attachment bracket over the long rail, so that the tab on the bracket is opposite the flange of the rail.
  The flat end of the tab is toward the flange, the open end of the tab is toward the rear of the rail.
2. Place the attachment plate on the flange side of the long rail, opposite the attachment bracket.
3. Use two screws to sandwich the bracket and plate to the rail, in the most forward position.
4. Using a No. 2 Phillips screwdriver, tighten the two screws.
Attach the front mounting brackets to the rack using two captive nuts and two screws for each bracket.
Tighten the screws securely.
Carefully lift the switch and slide it into the rack, from the rear forward.
Ensure that the ends of the long rails slide into the C-shaped brackets at the front of the switch chassis.
Mount the rear of the switch chassis to the rack posts with two captive nuts and two screws at each side.
Tighten the screws securely.
Install the cable management bracket to the tabs of the attachment brackets.
Tightening the thumbscrews on each side of the cable management bracket.
Install the cable management bracket cover.
Tighten the thumbscrews on each side of the cover.
Attach the management cables.
See Connecting Management Cables.

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